Florida Fireworks Laws

Florida Fireworks Laws

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Devices approved and listed by State Fire Marshal which emit a shower of sparks upon burning, do not contain any explosive compounds, do not detonate or explode, are hand held or ground based, cannot propel themselves through the air, and that contain not more than 100 grams of the chemical compound that produces sparks upon burning. Any device that is not included in the list of approved items is prohibited, except that snakes, small smoke devices, trick noisemakers and certain other novelties may be sold at all other times.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, roman candles, daygo bombs, and any fireworks containing explosive or flammable compounds.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities at least 15 days beforedisplay date.
Insurance	Required, $500 minimum.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law. However, local jurisdiction may require permit.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Storage specifications in law.
LICENSING
	Required: Manufacturer $ 1000 Distributor $ 1000 Wholesaler $ 1000 Seasonal retailer $ 200 Retailer $ 15 each location
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	Division of State Fire Marshal Regulatory Licensing and Statistics Sec. 200 East Gaines Street Tallahassee, FL 32399-0300 904-922-3172 www.fldfs.com/sfm/ * And local law enforcement agencies.
LAW NUMBER
	Chapter 791, Florida Statutes Rule 4A-50, Florida Admin. Code