Fire Regulations in Moore County, NC (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Moore County, North Carolina.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Moore County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Fireworks
In unincorporated Moore County, exploding fireworks without a written county permit is declared a disturbing noise violation under Sec. 10-41(b)(8). Anyone caught doing it faces a Class 3 misdemeanor with a $100 to $500 fine, plus a separate $200 civil penalty the Sheriff's Office can issue on the spot.
Fireworks Permit Rule in Moore County
Significant RestrictionsMoore County Code §§ 10-41(b)(8), 10-44(a)
(8)Fireworks. The explosion of any fireworks unless under a written permit obtained from the County of Moore. ... The violation of any provision of this article shall be a Class 3 misdemeanor and any person convicted of such violation shall be fined not less than $100.00 and not more than $500.00.
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