Only non-explosive, non-aerial consumer fireworks (sparklers, fountains, snakes) are legal in Minneapolis under MN Statute 624.20. Firecrackers, bottle rockets, and aerial shells are illegal.
Minnesota Statute 624.20 permits only non-explosive and non-aerial consumer fireworks. Legal items include wire or wood sparklers, cones and cylindrical fountains, ground spinners, illuminating torches, flitter sparklers, novelty smoke devices, and party poppers. Anything that explodes (firecrackers, M-80s) or rises into the air (bottle rockets, Roman candles, aerial shells, mortars) is illegal statewide, even if purchased legally in Wisconsin or on tribal land. Minneapolis enforces the state law and adds a prohibition on fireworks on all city parks and park board properties. Use on private property requires the property owner's permission. Public displays (July 4 fireworks over the river, Aquatennial, Twins games) require a state-licensed operator and a city permit. Violations are misdemeanors with fines up to 1,000 USD.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Minneapolis code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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