Aerial consumer fireworks are illegal statewide in Colorado per CRS §12-28-101. Only ground-based permissible fireworks allowed. Many cities ban all consumer fireworks.
CRS §12-28-101 et seq. regulates fireworks statewide. Aerial consumer fireworks are illegal throughout Colorado. Only "permissible fireworks" (ground-based items, sparklers, fountains, snakes) are legal under state law. Many Colorado cities - including most along the Front Range - ban all consumer fireworks within city limits due to wildfire risk. Westminster likely bans or heavily restricts consumer fireworks. Professional displays require fire marshal permits.
Illegal fireworks: Class 2 misdemeanor $250 to $1,000. During fire ban: enhanced penalties. Fire-causing: felony arson charges possible.
Westminster, CO
Westminster allows recreational fire pits with conditions. County burn bans apply during fire season. Gas pits typically exempt from burn bans.
Westminster, CO
Outdoor burning regulated locally and by county. Westminster may prohibit most outdoor burning. County burn bans common during fire season.
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