Consumer fireworks are illegal throughout New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 21:3-1. Only sparklers and certain ground-based novelty items were legalized in 2017 (P.L. 2017, c.74). This applies to all 53 municipalities in Monmouth County. Professional displays require NJ DCA permits.
New Jersey law (N.J.S.A. 21:3-1 et seq.) prohibits the sale, possession, and use of consumer fireworks. A 2017 amendment (P.L. 2017, c.74) legalized only sparklers, handheld sparklers, and ground-based sparkling devices/fountains (up to 75 grams). All aerial fireworks, firecrackers, Roman candles, bottle rockets, and similar devices remain illegal. Professional displays require state permits from the NJ Division of Fire Safety. Monmouth County may impose additional restrictions on permitted devices.
First offense: up to $500 fine. Subsequent: up to $1,000. Possession of illegal fireworks: confiscation + fines. Injury/damage: criminal charges.
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