Consumer fireworks are illegal throughout New Jersey under N.J.S.A. 21:2-2 and N.J.S.A. 21:3-1. This applies uniformly across all 33 Ocean County municipalities. Only sparklers and novelty items (snakes, smoke devices, party poppers) are legal for consumer purchase. Professional displays require a permit from the municipal fire official and NJ Division of Fire Safety. Violation is a disorderly persons offense.
New Jersey's fireworks ban is one of the strictest in the nation. N.J.S.A. 21:3-2 makes it unlawful for any person to offer for sale, expose for sale, sell, possess, or use any fireworks except sparklers and novelty items. The NJ Explosives Act (N.J.S.A. 21:1A) further regulates explosive materials. Municipal fire officials in Ocean County enforce fireworks violations, and State Police may also enforce on state highways and in state parks. Penalties include fines up to $500 and up to 30 days in jail for a first offense.
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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