Consumer fireworks are legal in Temple Terrace only on the three state-protected holidays (July 4, December 31, January 1) under FL §791.08. Outside those dates only sparklers and novelties from the FL approved list are allowed. Launching into neighbor yards or public streets can trigger reckless discharge charges.
Florida HB 1059 (2020) codified at FL §791.08 preempts local bans on three designated holidays. Temple Terrace cannot prohibit consumer fireworks on July 4, New Year's Eve, or New Year's Day but regulates discharge hours, discharge locations, and public-property launches. Hillsborough County Fire Marshal coordinates enforcement with Temple Terrace PD during holiday periods. Commercial displays require permits from the State Fire Marshal and local fire department. Drought-condition burn bans can temporarily suspend fireworks use.
Non-holiday fireworks use: citation up to $500. Reckless discharge causing injury or fire: criminal charges under FL §791.06.
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