Florida Statute 791 governs fireworks statewide and preempts most local regulation. Consumer fireworks are legal for use only on July 4, December 31, and January 1. Outside those dates only sparklers and novelties are permitted.
Florida Statutes Chapter 791 (as amended by SB 140 in 2020) authorizes consumer fireworks use on three holidays: Independence Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. On all other days, only state-approved sparklers and novelties listed by the State Fire Marshal may be used. Seminole cannot ban consumer fireworks outright but may regulate noise, location, and time-of-day disturbances. Use must be on private property with permission, away from structures, and supervised. Pinellas County Sheriff and Seminole code enforcement respond to illegal use, especially complaints about projectile fireworks outside designated holidays.
Illegal fireworks use outside permitted holidays can result in misdemeanor charges, fines up to $1,000, and confiscation. Causing injury or property damage may bring civil liability.
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