PA Act 74 of 2017 legalized consumer fireworks (1.4G) for adults 18+. Must not discharge within 150 ft of occupied structure without permission. Curfew 11 PM (1 AM on July 4, NYE, New Year's Day). Bristol Borough Ch. 7 covers fire prevention.
Consumer fireworks (1.4G including aerials) are legal in Pennsylvania for adults 18+ under Act 74 of 2017. Discharge is prohibited within 150 feet of an occupied structure without the property owner's permission. Standard curfew is 11 PM, extended to 1 AM on July 4, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Bristol Borough Chapter 7 (Fire Prevention and Fire Protection) adopted the PA Construction Code Act for fire safety standards. Display fireworks (1.3G) require a municipal permit and insurance. Use while intoxicated is prohibited. Violations carry fines of $100 or more under state law.
PA Act 74: fines $100+. Discharge within 150 ft of structure: additional penalties. Borough fire code violations per Ch. 7.
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