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Massachusetts Fireworks Law

June 27, 2019 by Sgt. Sean Knox

As Independence Day approaches, please adhere to all Laws and Regulations pertaining to Fireworks in the State of Massachusettes. Be SAFE Be SMART and enjoy the 4TH!!

Massachusetts Fireworks Law M.G.L.Chapter 148, S. 39

What does the law prohibit?

It is illegal for private citizens to use, possess, or sell fireworks in Massachusetts, or to purchase them legally elsewhere and then transport them into the state. The law prohibits any article designed to produce a visible or audible effect.

Sale of fireworks

  • Penalty: Fine or imprisonment or both, and confiscation
  • Fine: $100 to $1000
  • Imprisonment: Maximum of 1 year
  • Seizure of fireworks: Mandatory
    •  Who can arrest? Any officer qualified to serve criminal process.
    • Must an officer arrest? No. The statute says the officer may arrest without a warrant.
    • Must an officer seize the fireworks? Yes, the statute says the officer shall seize any fireworks.

Possession, use, cause to explode of fireworks

  • Penalty: Fine and confiscation only
  • Fine: $10 to $100
  • Seizure of fireworks: Mandatory
    •  Who can seize? Any officer qualified to serve criminal process.
    • May an officer arrest? For possession, no. The statute only provides for a fine upon conviction and automatic confiscation of fireworks.
    • Must an officer seize the fireworks? Yes, the statute says the officer shall seize any fireworks.

Seizure

Can people get their fireworks back? No. If convicted, the fireworks are forfeited to the state.

What does an officer do with confiscated fireworks? During business hours, contact the State Police Bomb Squad at (978) 567-3310. Notify them immediately for large quantities, commercial grade, or deteriorated materials. After hours, call (508) 820-2121 and ask for the Troop Duty Officer in your area. An on-call Bomb Squad Officer will arrange for pick-up.

Office of the State Fire Marshal • www.mass.gov/dfs • (978) 567-3380

For more information about fireworks, the law and upcoming events please visit:

https://www.mass.gov/service-details/leave-fireworks-to-the-professionals

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Chief’s Message

On behalf of the Ludlow, Massachusetts Police Department, I welcome your interest in our department. I am honored to lead what I consider to be the finest group of police department personnel that I have ever known. The men and women employed as my colleagues are committed to providing quality police services to our citizens and to those who visit and work in our community.

 

Our goal is to prevent and control crime to make our community a safe and enjoyable place to live. We accomplish this goal through a proactive community problem-solving approach and encourage your involvement to assist us in this endeavor.

It is my personal goal to see that our police officers are trained to the greatest degree possible to ensure that the highest ethical standards of integrity are met and that the members of the public that we serve are dealt with in a respectful manner, which treats them with fairness and dignity in a consistent and equitable exercise of police powers and discretion.

Our partnership with the citizens of Ludlow and those visiting our town is very important to us. Our police department operates under the philosophy that it is preferable to prevent crime through proactive policing with a vigilance towards protecting our community. Ludlow has a high quality of life and a comparatively low crime rate that is enjoyed by our citizens and visitors. The staff at the Ludlow Police Department will work tirelessly to ensure this status.

As you navigate around our website, look at the services we offer, enjoy our news and gallery, and please feel free to send us your comments, let us know how we may better serve you.

Sincerely,
Daniel J. Valadas
Chief of Police

 

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Address
612 Chapin Street
Ludlow, MA 01056

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Emergency: 911
Police Business: 413-583-8305

Confidential Tip Hotline:
413-583-8305 ext. 2207

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