Connecticut Fireworks Laws

Connecticut Fireworks Laws

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Hand-held and ground based sparkling devices that are non-explosive and non-aerial, and do not contain more than 100 grams of pyrotechnic composition per item.
Specifically Prohibited	All other consumer fireworks including multiple-tube sparkling devices that exceed 100 grams of total pyrotechnic composition. Novelty items are illegal.
Age of Purchase	16 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local fire department prior to application to State Fire Marshal. Apply to State Fire Marshal at least 15 days before display date. Fee of $35.
Insurance	Required. Minimum of $1 million liability insurance policy per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
Operator	State license and certificate of competency required. Fee of $50 is paid to state treasurer and may be renewed every three years with a fee of $30. Operator must be at least 21 years of age. Assistants must be at least 18 years of age.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Storage permit required; apply to local Fire Marshal. Storage requirements specified in state law.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety Division of Fire and Building Safety 1111 Country Club Road Middletown, CT 06457-9294 860-685-8470 www.state.ct.us/dps/DFEBS/OSFM.htm
LAW NUMBER
	State of CT Admin Regs. Sec. 29-357 et seq. CT General Statutes Chap 541 Part II