Cincinnati has opted out of Ohio's 2022 consumer fireworks law (ORC §3743). Fireworks are banned within city limits under CMC §1213-7. Professional displays require a permit.
Ohio HB 172 (effective July 1, 2022) legalized consumer fireworks discharge on designated days. Legal days include July 3 to 5, Dec 31-Jan 1, New Year's Day, Memorial Day weekend, Labor Day weekend, Cinco de Mayo, Juneteenth, and Diwali. Discharge hours are 4 PM to 11 PM, extended to midnight on July 4, Dec 31, and New Year's Day. Must be 18+ to purchase. Cities may impose additional restrictions but cannot ban fireworks on state-designated days during legal hours.
Discharge on non-legal days: up to $500 fine. Underage possession: $150. City ordinance violations: per local code.
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