North Carolina law permits certain consumer fireworks (sparklers, fountains, snakes) but bans aerial fireworks, firecrackers, and roman candles. Cary follows state law on fireworks.
North Carolina General Statute §14-410 through §14-415 regulates fireworks. Legal consumer fireworks in Cary include sparklers, snakes, fountains, smoke devices, and novelty items. Prohibited fireworks include firecrackers, cherry bombs, roman candles, sky rockets, aerial fireworks, and any fireworks that explode or leave the ground. Display fireworks require a permit from the Fire Marshal. Cary enforces state fireworks laws through its Police and Fire departments. Using prohibited fireworks is a Class 2 misdemeanor.
Possession or use of prohibited fireworks is a Class 2 misdemeanor under NC law, punishable by fines and potential jail time.
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