Michigan law permits consumer fireworks on certain days around major holidays. Grand Rapids follows state law, allowing fireworks on designated days but may enforce additional local time restrictions.
Under Michigan's Fireworks Safety Act, consumer fireworks may be used on the day before, the day of, and the day after a national holiday. Grand Rapids enforces state law and may impose additional local time restrictions. Fireworks may not be discharged on public property without a permit. Users must be at least 18 years old. Fireworks may not be aimed at people, buildings, or vehicles. Local enforcement increases around July 4th and New Year's Eve.
Illegal fireworks use outside permitted days carries fines. Property damage or injury from fireworks may result in criminal charges.
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