Norfolk County, MA Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Consumer Fireworks
- ILLEGAL statewide. MGL c. 148 §39
- Sparklers?
- Illegal in MA (unlike most states)
- Only Exception
- Toy caps (≤0.25 grains of explosive)
- Professional Shows
- State Fire Marshal permit required: 527 CMR 3.00
- Fine
- Up to $100 per violation; confiscation
Summary
ALL consumer fireworks, including sparklers, firecrackers, Roman candles, and aerial fireworks, are ILLEGAL throughout Massachusetts under MGL c. 148 §39. This is a statewide prohibition; Norfolk County does not need its own ordinance.
Section 39. No person shall sell, or keep or offer for sale, or have in his possession, or under his control, or use, or explode, or cause to explode, any combustible or explosive composition or substance, or any combination of such compositions or substances, or any other article, which was prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration, or detonation.
Full Breakdown
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 148 §39 prohibits the sale, possession, and use of consumer fireworks by anyone other than licensed professionals. This prohibition applies statewide, including all 28 municipalities in Norfolk County. Sparklers, bottle rockets, firecrackers, aerial shells, Roman candles, and all similar devices are illegal for private use. Only toy caps (containing 0.25 grains of explosive or less) are exempt. Professional pyrotechnic displays require a permit from the State Fire Marshal under 527 CMR 3.00. Violators may be fined and the illegal fireworks confiscated. Local fire departments and police enforce this law. Even legal fireworks purchased out of state may not be brought into Massachusetts.
Violations & Fines
MGL c. 148 §39: fine up to $100 per offense and/or up to 1 year imprisonment for sale; possession fines up to $100. Fireworks confiscated.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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