Consumer fireworks are legal in Toledo on state-designated holidays under Ohio HB 172 (2022), but Toledo City Council passed a local opt-out restricting discharge within city limits. Residents should check current Toledo Municipal Code before lighting any consumer fireworks.
Ohio HB 172, effective July 1, 2022, legalized the discharge of consumer-grade 1.4G fireworks by adults 18 and older on specified holidays including July 3-5, December 31, January 1, Memorial Day weekend, Labor Day weekend, Juneteenth, Cinco de Mayo, and Diwali. The law allows municipalities to opt out by ordinance. The City of Toledo passed a local ordinance opting out of HB 172, effectively prohibiting residential discharge of consumer fireworks within city limits. Sparklers, snakes, and novelty items permitted under ORC 3743.45 remain legal. Professional display fireworks require a permit from the State Fire Marshal and the Toledo Fire & Rescue Department. Illegal discharge is a minor misdemeanor under Toledo Municipal Code and may be elevated if property damage or injury occurs.
Illegal discharge of 1.4G consumer fireworks within city limits is typically a minor misdemeanor subject to fines. Causing damage or injury may result in elevated charges.
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