North Miami, FL Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Legal Dates
- July 4, Dec 31, Jan 1 only
- Governing Law
- Florida Statute Chapter 791
- Sparklers/Novelties
- Legal year-round
- Displays Permit
- Required from Fire Department
- Fire Department
- (305) 893-6511
Summary
Fireworks that propel through the air, detonate, or explode are illegal to sell or purchase in Miami-Dade County. Under Florida Statute 791, consumer fireworks may only be used on three designated dates: July 4th, New Year's Eve (December 31st), and New Year's Day (January 1st). The North Miami Fire Department enforces fire safety provisions within city limits.
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. However, a homeowners’ association, through a board of directors, may not promulgate rules that attempt to abrogate a homeowner’s right to use fireworks during a designated holiday or under general law.
Full Breakdown
Under Florida Statute Chapter 791, fireworks that fly, explode, or detonate are generally prohibited. Effective July 1, 2020, Florida law created a limited exception allowing consumer fireworks use on three designated dates: Independence Day (July 4th), New Year's Eve (December 31st), and New Year's Day (January 1st). Outside these dates, only non-aerial, non-explosive novelty items such as sparklers, snakes, and glow worms are legal for consumer use. Within North Miami, the Fire Department at (305) 893-6511 enforces all fire safety regulations. Public fireworks displays require a permit from the Fire Department and must be conducted by licensed pyrotechnics professionals. Miami-Dade County does not have approved vendors who sell aerial or exploding fireworks within the county. Using fireworks in a reckless manner or causing property damage carries criminal penalties under state law.
Violations & Fines
Illegal fireworks use outside the three designated dates is a second-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. Contact North Miami Fire Department at (305) 893-6511 or North Miami PD at (305) 891-0294 to report violations.
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