Independence allows consumer fireworks during Missouri's legal periods. The city's annual Hometown Independence Day celebration on the Square draws large crowds. Consumer discharge restricted to designated hours.
MO Rev. Stat. §320.106 to 320.161 allows consumer fireworks (1.4G) statewide since 2004 reform, including aerial types. Legal periods: June 20-July 10 and Dec 20-Jan 2. Cities can restrict or ban consumer fireworks within city limits. Independence may have its own restrictions - check local ordinance. Age minimum: 14 with adult supervision, 18 to purchase. Missouri is one of the more permissive fireworks states. Professional displays require state fire marshal permits.
Violating city ban: $100 to $500. Underage purchase: citation. Injury from misuse: liability. During burn ban: enhanced penalties.
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