Specifically Permitted Sparklers containing not more than .0125 lbs (0-2 oz) of pyrotechnic composition, flitter sparklers, cone and cylinder fountains, snakes, and smoke devices.
Specifically Prohibited All other consumer fireworks, or fireworks of like construction.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit Apply to local authorities.
Insurance Required; amount determined by local authorities.
Operator No license specifically required in state law, local authorities may rule on competency and qualifications of operator.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
Storage regulations specified in state law.
LICENSING
Wholesale license required. Apply to local authorities. Minimum age 18 years.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
Michigan State Police
Fire Marshal Division
7150 Harris Drive
Lansing, MI 48913
517-322-1924
www.mspfmd.org/general_ndx.htm
LAW NUMBER
1931 PA328, as amended
HELPFUL HINT: If it makes a loud bang or leaves the ground, spins or twirls, it is illegal.
Below are some examples of illegal fireworks in Michigan;
Cherry Bomb: Looks like a small red sphere approximately 1_ in diameter
Comet (or mine): A cylinder containing a star and attached to a wooden base. Upon ignition the star is thrust 50-100 feet in the air and continues to glow as it slowly falls to the ground
Firecracker: A little noise making cylinder up to 1.5_ in length, often strung together by fuse
M-80: Up to 2_ in length, the M-80 is usually a red cylinder with a fuse coming out of the side
Bottle Rockets: A cylinder, frequently topped by a cone to stabilize flight, attached to a long stick
Roman Candles: a 6-12_ tube containing alternating layers of compacted black powder that shoot single stars out of the top when lighted
Silver Salute (M-100): A silver cylinder with a fuse coming out of the side containing large quantities of flash powder
M-250 and M-1000 (quarter stick): They look like larger versions of the M-80 and M-100 and have extremely high risk factors for crippling and disfiguring injuries
Torch: A 6-12_tube filled with color composition and ending in a handle. When ignited, streams of colors come out of the top of the tube
A firework that spins or twirls is a _wheel_ and thus is neither a _cylindrical fountain_ noir a _cone fountain_. The sale, offer for sale, use or possession of these _wheel_ type devices is prohibited in Michigan.
The safest way to enjoy fireworks this holiday is to watch a professional display. Follow this link to
http://michiganfireworks.com
to view a list of displays scheduled in your Michigan area.
If you have further questions about fireworks ask one of our fire inspectors.
Additional information on fireworks can be found on-line at WWW.fireworksafety.com
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