Minnesota law (MN §624.20-624.25) heavily restricts fireworks. Only non-explosive, non-aerial novelty items (sparklers under 100g, snakes, smoke devices) are legal for consumers. Aerial fireworks, firecrackers, Roman candles, and skyrockets are illegal. Must be 18+ to purchase. Legal items prohibited on public property.
Bloomington follows state fireworks law which is among the most restrictive in the nation. Legal items include wire/wood sparklers (max 100g per item) and non-explosive, non-aerial sparkling items (max 74g per tube or 200g total for multiple tubes). Illegal items include firecrackers of any size, bottle rockets, sky rockets, Roman candles, helicopters, aerial spinners, and missile-type rockets. Use of even legal fireworks is prohibited on all public property including parks, roads, alleys, schools, and government property. Discharge of fireworks in parks requires permits from both the Parks Director and Fire Marshal.
Possession of illegal fireworks: misdemeanor, up to $1,000 fine and/or 90 days jail. Gross misdemeanor for repeat offenses.
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