Most Texas cities ban all consumer fireworks within city limits. Unincorporated areas allow 1.4G consumer types during designated periods.
TX Occupations Code Ch. 2154 regulates fireworks statewide. Consumer types (1.4G) include firecrackers, Roman candles, fountains, and sparklers. Aerial fireworks requiring stick/fin guidance are illegal statewide. Legal periods: June 24-July 4 and Dec 20-Jan 1. Most Texas cities ban all consumer fireworks within city limits due to density and fire risk. Mcallen likely bans consumer fireworks. Professional displays require fire marshal permits.
Illegal fireworks: Class C misdemeanor $500. During burn ban: Class A misdemeanor up to $4,000 + 1 year jail.
Mcallen, TX
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Mcallen, TX
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