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Dakota County, MN Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Legal
Sparklers, cones, fountains only
Illegal
Firecrackers, bottle rockets, aerials
Statute
Minn. Stat. 624.20-624.25
Age to buy
18+ with photo ID
Public property
Use prohibited

Summary

Minnesota bans aerial and explosive fireworks statewide. Only ground-based, non-explosive sparkling items (sparklers, cones, fountains) are legal. Firecrackers, bottle rockets, and Roman candles are illegal everywhere in Dakota County. Cities may restrict or ban even the legal items.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Dakota County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

The term also does not include wire or wood sparklers of not more than 100 grams of mixture per item, other sparkling items which are nonexplosive and nonaerial and contain 75 grams or less of chemical mixture per tube or a total of 500 grams or less for multiple tubes, snakes and glow worms, smoke devices, or trick noisemakers.

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Full Breakdown

Under Minn. Stat. 624.20-624.25, legal consumer fireworks are limited to non-aerial, non-explosive items: wire or wood sparklers up to 100 grams, other sparkling tubes with 75 grams or less per tube, snakes, glow worms, smoke devices, and trick noisemakers. Anything that flies (bottle rockets, aerials) or explodes (firecrackers, Roman candles) is illegal for consumers statewide. Buyers must be 18+ with photo ID, and use on public property is prohibited. Dakota County sets no separate fireworks rule; enforcement and any tighter limits are handled by your city (Eagan, Burnsville, Lakeville, Hastings, Apple Valley).

Violations & Fines

Illegal fireworks are a petty misdemeanor to misdemeanor under state law; police may seize items and issue citations. Local ordinances may add fines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are bottle rockets legal in Dakota County?
No. Bottle rockets, firecrackers, Roman candles, and any aerial or explosive fireworks are illegal for consumers everywhere in Minnesota, including all Dakota County cities.
Can I light sparklers in my yard?
Yes, non-aerial sparklers and fountains are legal on private property if you are 18+, unless your city has adopted a stricter local ban. Use is prohibited on public property.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Dakota County

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How Dakota County compares: Cities Where Fireworks Are Banned or Heavily Restricted·Compare Dakota County to another location·View the Minnesota fire regulations overview

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