Revere, MA Fire Regulations: Fireworks (2026)
Key Facts
- Consumer Fireworks
- BANNED. MGL c. 148 §39
- Sparklers
- Also illegal in MA
- Code
- Revere Code Title 9 Ch. 9.24
- Fine (use)
- $10–$100
Summary
All consumer fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts under MGL c. 148 §39, including sparklers. Revere Code Title 9 Ch. 9.24 addresses fireworks/holidays. No consumer fireworks exceptions under state or local law.
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.
For the purposes of this section the word ''fireworks'' shall include compositions, substances or other articles and shall also include blank cartridges or toy cannons in which explosives are used, the type of toy balloon which requires fire underneath to propel the same, firecrackers, cherry bombs, silver salutes, M–80's, torpedoes, sky-rockets, Roman candles, sparklers, rockets, wheels, colored fires, fountains, mines, serpents, or other fireworks of like construction or any fireworks containing any explosive or flammable compound, or any tablets or other device containing any explosive substance.
Whoever shall sell or keep for sale or offer for sale any fireworks in violation of this section shall be punished by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars nor more than one thousand dollars or by imprisonment for not more than one year or both. Any officer qualified to serve criminal process may arrest without a warrant any person who shall sell or keep for sale or offer for sale any fireworks in violation of this section and any fireworks found in his possession or under his control upon conviction of such a violation shall be forfeited to the commonwealth.
Whoever shall have in his possession or under his control, or whoever shall use or explode or cause to explode any fireworks in violation of this section shall be punished by a fine of not less than ten dollars nor more than one hundred dollars.
Full Breakdown
MGL c. 148 §39 bans all consumer fireworks statewide. Revere Code Title 9 Chapter 9.24 covers fireworks and holidays. Revere is adjacent to Boston Harbor: enforcement is typically strict. Licensed professional displays only under §39A. This fireworks rule under Revere's fire ordinances applies to properties within Revere city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Revere code enforcement directly or consult the official Massachusetts municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Violations & Fines
Possession/use: $10–$100 fine. Sale: $100–$1,000 and/or up to 1 year imprisonment.
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