PA Act 74 of 2022 allows consumer fireworks (up to 50 mg explosive) for PA residents 18+. Must be used at least 150 feet from any occupied structure. Municipalities may restrict hours to no use between 10 PM and 10 AM (except July 4 and Dec 31, when use is allowed until 1 AM). Penn Hills' noise ordinance independently restricts disruptive noise after 10 PM.
PA Act 43 of 2017 (as amended by Act 74 of 2022) legalized consumer fireworks statewide. Display fireworks require a municipal permit and are professional-only. M-80s, cherry bombs, quarter-sticks remain illegal. Fines for violations: up to $500 (summary offense); $1,000 within 3 years of prior. Display fireworks without permit: third-degree felony, minimum $10,000 fine.
Summary offense: up to $500. Second offense within 3 years: up to $1,000. Display fireworks without permit: minimum $10,000 fine.
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