Consumer fireworks are legal in Johns Creek under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 25-10), usable any day 10 a.m.–11:59 p.m. The city cannot ban them but enforces its noise ordinance, and prohibits igniting fireworks in city public parks without a written city permit.
Georgia preempts local fireworks bans. Under O.C.G.A. § 25-10-2, consumer fireworks may be used any day from 10:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., and from 11:59 p.m. to 12:59 a.m. on January 1, plus extended late hours on July 3, July 4, December 31 and January 1. The state statute expressly lets a county or municipality enforce its general noise ordinance during those hours, so Johns Creek does not set separate fireworks times but applies its noise rules. The Johns Creek Fire Department advises that it is unlawful to use or ignite fireworks in the city's public parks without an approved written permit from the City of Johns Creek. Fireworks are also prohibited within 100 yards of facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes, jails, and gas stations under state law. The city encourages residents to leave displays to professionals and reminds that misuse causing injury or property damage can lead to liability and citation under state law and local nuisance provisions.
Fireworks use that violates the local noise ordinance, park rules, or state distance/time limits can result in citation. Igniting fireworks in city parks without a permit is prohibited.
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