Miami, FL Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Legal Dates
- July 4, Dec 31, Jan 1
- Distance
- 25 ft from structures
- Sale
- Aerial types prohibited
- State Law
- FL §791 / HB 1059
- Sparklers
- Legal year-round
Summary
Consumer fireworks in the City of Miami may only be used on three designated dates: July 4th, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day per FL HB 1059 (2020). Aerial fireworks sale is prohibited. Sparklers legal year-round.
791.012 Minimum fireworks safety standards. — The outdoor display of fireworks in this state shall be governed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1123, Code for Fireworks Display, 2018 Edition. Any state, county, or municipal law, rule, or ordinance may provide for more stringent regulations for the outdoor display of fireworks, but in no event may any such law, rule, or ordinance provide for less stringent regulations for the outdoor display of fireworks. ... 791.08 Use during designated holidays; exemption. — (1) As used in this section, the term "designated holiday" means: (a) New Year's Day, January 1; (b) Independence Day, July 4; or (c) New Year's Eve, December 31. (2) This chapter does not prohibit the use of fireworks solely and exclusively during a designated holiday. This section is not intended to provide for the comprehensive regulation of fireworks as described in s. 10(5), chapter 2007-67, Laws of Florida, or to supersede any local governmental regulation relating to the use of fireworks as provided in s. 10(5), chapter 2007-67, Laws of Florida. (3) The Legislature does not intend for the application of this section to supersede any prohibition against the use of fireworks contained within a legally executed and properly recorded declaration of covenants or covenant running with the land of any homeowners' association pursuant to chapter 720.
Full Breakdown
Florida Statute §791 and HB 1059 (2020) govern fireworks in the City of Miami. Consumer fireworks may only be used on July 4th, December 31st, and January 1st. Cities cannot ban fireworks on designated holidays. Aerial fireworks that propel, detonate, or explode are illegal to sell in Miami. Use fireworks outdoors on paved surfaces at least 25 feet from buildings, cars, and trees. Sparklers and novelty items legal year-round. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue provides safety guidelines for the three legal dates.
Violations & Fines
Illegal firework use outside designated dates: first-degree misdemeanor under FL §791. Up to one year jail and $1,000 fine.
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