Ohio HB 172 (2022) legalized consumer fireworks for discharge on specified holidays including July 3-5, December 31 through January 1, Memorial Day weekend, Labor Day weekend, Juneteenth, Cinco de Mayo, and Diwali. Cities within Cuyahoga County may opt out of discharge via local ordinance; Cleveland and several suburbs have done so.
Under ORC 3743.45, Ohio permits consumer-grade (1.4G) fireworks discharge on state-designated holidays from 4 PM to 11 PM (extended to midnight on July 4, December 31, and January 1). Purchasers must be 18 or older. Cuyahoga County municipalities have home-rule authority to opt out: Cleveland, Lakewood, Shaker Heights, and Cleveland Heights prohibit discharge. Check your specific municipality before use.
Unlawful discharge is a first-degree misdemeanor carrying up to 1,000 dollars fine and 180 days in jail. Fireworks causing injury or property damage may result in felony charges.
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