Fireworks: Fort Lee vs Ridgewood
How do fireworks rules compare between Fort Lee, NJ and Ridgewood, NJ?
Fort Lee and Ridgewood have similar restriction levels.
Fort Lee, NJ
Bergen County
New Jersey law preempts fireworks regulation. In Fort Lee, only ground-based, hand-held sparklers and novelty items are legal for consumers, while aerial fireworks remain prohibited.
View full Fort Lee rules →Ridgewood, NJ
Bergen County
Consumer fireworks in Ridgewood are governed primarily by New Jersey state law, not a local fireworks chapter. Aerial and explosive fireworks remain illegal under N.J.S.A. 21:3-1 et seq. P.L. 2017 c. 92 narrowly legalized non-aerial sparkling devices (sparklers, snakes, glow worms) and novelties (party poppers, snappers, drop pops) for persons 16 and over and preempts local regulation of those items. Ridgewood does, however, prohibit the discharge of toy 'Poppers' on public streets, sidewalks, parks, and public places, and bans the sale of Poppers from May 15 to July 15 and during December (Village Code Chapter 221A).
View full Ridgewood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fort Lee | Ridgewood |
|---|---|---|
| Legal | Ground sparklers and novelties | - |
| Illegal | All aerial and explosive types | - |
| Min Age | 16 years old | - |
| Display Permit | Required for shows | - |
| - | - |
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Fort Lee FAQ
Are sparklers legal in Fort Lee?
Yes, ground-based hand-held sparklers and novelty items are legal under New Jersey law for users 16 and older. Aerial fireworks remain illegal.
What happens if I use illegal fireworks?
Use of illegal aerial fireworks in Fort Lee is a disorderly persons offense with fines up to $1,000 and possible jail time of up to six months.
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