Lakewood bans all consumer fireworks within city limits. Only licensed professional displays are permitted. Colorado law allows limited consumer fireworks but cities may restrict further.
Lakewood prohibits the sale, possession, and discharge of consumer fireworks within city limits. This ban includes firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, and other aerial fireworks. Sparklers and certain novelty items may be the only exceptions. Professional fireworks displays require a city permit and fire department supervision. The West Metro Fire Rescue enforces fireworks regulations. Colorado state law allows certain fireworks, but Lakewood's local ban is stricter.
Illegal fireworks result in fines up to $999 and confiscation. Fires caused by fireworks carry additional liability.
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