Indiana Fireworks Law Preempts Local Bans

Under IC 22-11-14-10.5, Indiana cities and counties cannot ban consumer fireworks but may regulate hours of use on non-holidays. State law allows fireworks discharge between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. on any day, extending to 12:00 midnight on June 29 through July 9, December 31, and certain other holidays. On July 4 and other listed holidays, hours extend until 12:00 midnight. Use is restricted to the user's property, property of someone with permission, or a designated discharge area. Fireworks must be APA 87-1 certified consumer-grade. Sales require state certification; purchase tax is 5%.

Discharging outside permitted hours or locations is a Class C infraction (up to $500). Setting fires causing damage may be Class A misdemeanor with fines up to $5,000 and one year jail.