Wyoming Statewide Rule
Wyoming State Fireworks Law and July 4 Preemption
Key Facts
- Primary statute
- W.S. 35-10-201 et seq.
- July 4 window
- Noon to midnight protected
- Federal compliance
- 16 CFR 1507 required
- County authority
- May ban outside cities
- Fire ban exception
- Local bans override
Summary
Wyoming Statute 35-10-201 et seq. establishes the statewide fireworks framework. Recent legislation preempts cities and counties from prohibiting consumer fireworks between noon and midnight on July 4, except during active fire bans.
35-10-202. Sale and use prohibited; exception. Except as hereinafter provided, it is unlawful for any person to offer or expose for sale, sell, at either wholesale or retail, give away, use, discharge or detonate any fireworks in the state of Wyoming.
Full Breakdown
Wyoming Statutes Title 35, Chapter 10, Article 2 governs fireworks definitions, sales restrictions, and county authority. Under W.S. 35-10-208, county commissioners may regulate or prohibit fireworks within unincorporated areas, and municipalities may impose stricter rules within city limits. However, House Bill 57 (2025) preempts local governments from prohibiting consumer fireworks use between 12:00 PM and 12:00 AM on July 4 unless a formal open-fire ban is in effect. Sales of fireworks not meeting federal CPSC standards under 16 C.F.R. Part 1507 are universally prohibited statewide regardless of locality.
Violations & Penalties
Violating state fireworks restrictions is a misdemeanor. Illegal sale or possession of non-compliant fireworks may result in fines, seizure, and disposal under W.S. 35-10-206.
Frequently Asked Questions
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