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Under NJSA 21:3-2, it is illegal to sell, possess or use
fireworks including; firecrackers, torpedoes, sky rockets,
roman candles, bombs, sparklers, smoke bombs, champagne
poppers, fun snaps, and other similar fireworks.
The
only fireworks that are legal for sale in New Jersey are paper
and plastic caps. Death and serious injury can result from
the use of any other type of fireworks. In 2005, 21 people
were treated in hospital emergency rooms from the illegal use
of fireworks in New Jersey. Almost half of those injuries
occurred to children. Officers will be strictly enforcing
state and local law.
The
illegal use of fireworks carries fines of up to $500 and/or
imprisonment of up to 30 days. Any person found guilty of
possessing fireworks, including sparklers, with the intention
of selling them, can be fined up to $10,000 and/or
imprisonment up to 18 months.
The
Mount Laurel Police Department wishes all a safe and happy
summer.
DENNIS
P. MOFFETT,
CHIEF OF
POLICE
MOUNT
LAUREL NJ POLICE DEPARTMENT
www.mountlaurelpd.org
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