Fireworks: Burlington vs Somerville
How do fireworks rules compare between Burlington, MA and Somerville, MA?
Burlington and Somerville have similar restriction levels.
Burlington, MA
Middlesex County
ALL consumer fireworks are ILLEGAL in Massachusetts (MGL c.148 §39) - including sparklers. MA is one of the strictest states in the nation.
View full Burlington rules →Somerville, MA
Middlesex County
All consumer fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts, including Somerville. Possession, sale, and use are criminal offenses with fines and confiscation by the Somerville Fire Department.
View full Somerville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Burlington | Somerville |
|---|---|---|
| ALL Fireworks | ILLEGAL | - |
| Sparklers | ILLEGAL | - |
| State Law | MGL c.148 §39 | - |
| Strictness | Among strictest in nation | - |
| State law | - | MGL c.148 s.39 |
| Status | - | All consumer fireworks illegal |
| Possession fine | - | Up to 100 dollars |
| Sale penalty | - | Up to 1,000 dollars or 1 year |
| Enforcement | - | Somerville Police and Fire |
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Burlington FAQ
Are fireworks legal in Massachusetts?
No. ALL consumer fireworks are illegal in MA, including sparklers. This is one of the strictest fireworks laws in the nation.
Can I bring fireworks from New Hampshire?
No. Transporting fireworks into MA is illegal regardless of where they were purchased.
Somerville FAQ
Are sparklers legal in Somerville?
No. Massachusetts bans all consumer fireworks, including sparklers, under MGL c.148 s.39.
Can I buy fireworks out of state and use them here?
No. Transporting fireworks into Massachusetts is also illegal and subject to confiscation.
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