Arizona law (ARS 36-1601 through 36-1613) restricts consumer fireworks. Only permissible consumer fireworks (ground-based, non-aerial) may be sold and used in Surprise. Aerial fireworks, firecrackers, and bottle rockets are illegal. Use is permitted only during designated holiday periods around July 4th, New Year's Eve, and Cinco de Mayo.
Arizona's fireworks laws (ARS 36-1601 through 36-1613) establish the statewide framework for fireworks regulation. Permissible consumer fireworks include ground-based items such as fountains, sparklers, smoke devices, and ground spinners. Aerial fireworks, firecrackers, Roman candles, bottle rockets, and mortars are prohibited for consumer use. Permissible fireworks may only be used during designated periods: June 24 through July 6, December 24 through January 3, and three days surrounding Cinco de Mayo (May 3-5) and Diwali. Cities may further restrict fireworks. The Surprise Fire-Medical Department enforces fireworks regulations and responds to illegal fireworks complaints, particularly during the July 4th period. The dry desert climate creates extreme fire risk from fireworks. Surprise Police at (623) 222-4000 responds to illegal fireworks calls. Professional fireworks displays require city permits and fire department oversight.
Using prohibited fireworks is a class 1 misdemeanor. Using permissible fireworks outside designated dates may result in citations. Starting a fire with fireworks results in criminal charges and civil liability for damages. Contact Police at (623) 222-4000.
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