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Prince George's County, MD Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)

Heavy Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Consumer fireworks
Illegal, including sparklers
Statewide sparklers
Banned in PG County
Legal use
Licensed display only
Max penalty
$1,000 and/or 6 months

Summary

All consumer fireworks are illegal in Prince George's County, including the sparklers and ground-based sparkling devices that Maryland allows statewide. Only a licensed shooter conducting a permitted public display may use fireworks here.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Prince George's County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

Only gold-labeled sparklers, novelty items (i.e. party poppers, snap pops, snakes), & ground based sparkler devices are permitted for use in the State of Maryland. Except in Baltimore City, Montgomery and Prince George's counties where all fireworks are illegal.

Full Breakdown

Maryland statewide permits gold-label sparklers, ground-based sparkling devices, and novelties like snakes and party poppers, but the Maryland State Fire Marshal confirms that in Prince George's County all fireworks are illegal, including those ground-based sparklers. County Code Subtitle 11, Section 11-267 makes it unlawful to manufacture, possess, store, sell, discharge, use, burn, or explode any fireworks in the county, with the sole exception of an authorized public display conducted by a licensed fireworks shooter. Displays require Office of the Fire Marshal approval, and any fireworks brought in for a display must be stored under conditions approved in advance. Firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, mortars, and aerials are prohibited everywhere in Maryland.

Violations & Fines

Violating Section 11-267 carries a maximum penalty of up to a $1,000 fine and/or up to 6 months in jail. Law enforcement may issue a citation and confiscate the fireworks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are sparklers legal in Prince George's County?
No. Although Maryland allows gold-label sparklers and ground-based sparklers statewide, the State Fire Marshal confirms all fireworks, including those sparklers, are illegal in Prince George's County.
Can I get a permit to set off fireworks at home?
No. County permits are only for authorized public displays run by a licensed fireworks shooter with Office of the Fire Marshal approval, not for individual residents.

Sources & Official References

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