Fireworks Laws in Maine: What's Legal, Where, and When

Legal Consumer Fireworks

• Sparklers
• Smoke bombs
• Glow worms
• Snakes
• Ground bloom (fountains, cones, Roman candles)
• Small aerial (bottle rockets, mortars, spinners)

Where Permitted

Only on private property with landowner permission. Prohibited in public parks, beaches, streets.

Time Restrictions

• New Year's Eve: 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Independence Day: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Safety & Prohibitions

• No use within 200 ft of structures/vehicles.
• No use in wind or near dry vegetation.
• No use under influence of alcohol/drugs.
• No use by minors without supervision.

Penalties

Fines up to $1,000 and/or 30 days imprisonment.

Safety Tips

• Read labels; use in clear open areas.
• Keep water/hose nearby.
• Never relight duds; never aim at people/animals.