Illinois Fireworks Laws

Illinois Fireworks Laws

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	Sparklers, snake/glow worm pellets, smoke devices, trick noisemakers, and plastic or paper caps.
Specifically Prohibited	Firecrackers, torpedoes, skyrockets, roman candles, and bombs.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Required. Apply to local authorities at least 15 days before display date.
Insurance	Required. No amount specified in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law but display must be handled by competent individual designated by local authorities.
Sale	Fireworks must be purchased from licensed wholesaler.
MANUFACTURE, STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION
	Safe plant location and storage areas specified in state law.
LICENSING
	Manufacturing permit required, $50 fee, apply to State Fire Marshal. Governing body will require a bond of not less than $1,000 from the licensee.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of Illinois Division of Fire Prevention 1035 Stevenson Drive Springfield, IL 62730-4219 217-785-4714 www.state.il.us/osfm/
LAW NUMBER
	425 ILCS 30, 425 ILCS 35