Consumer fireworks are banned statewide under Maryland Code, Public Safety §10-101. Anne Arundel County enforces the state ban. Only gold-label sparklers without chlorates/perchlorates are legal. Display fireworks require State Fire Marshal permits.
Maryland Public Safety Code §10-101 prohibits consumer fireworks statewide, and Anne Arundel County enforces this ban throughout unincorporated areas. Only 'gold label' sparklers that do not contain chlorates or perchlorates are legally exempt. Discharge of consumer fireworks in residential neighborhoods, waterfront areas, and parks is illegal. Only licensed display operators with permits from the State Fire Marshal may use professional display fireworks. County police respond to fireworks complaints, especially around July 4 and New Year's Eve. Violators face misdemeanor charges.
Consumer fireworks possession/discharge: misdemeanor; fines up to $250 first offense, $1,000 subsequent. Confiscation of fireworks.
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