PERTH AMBOY, NJ – Mayor Helmin J. Caba and Chief Larry Cattano of the Perth Amboy Police Department announced increased patrols before, during, and after Independence Day. This initiative aims to stop the use of illegal aerial fireworks and enforce city and state laws.
Legal Fireworks:
Under New Jersey law (N.J.S.A. 21:2-1 et seq., as amended by P.L.2017, C.92), it is illegal to sell, offer for sale, possess, or use fireworks without a valid permit. However, individuals 16 and older can legally buy and use:
- Handheld or ground-based sparklers
- Snakes and glow worms
- Smoke devices
- Trick noisemakers (party poppers, snappers, drop pops)
Prohibited Actions:
- Selling or offering for sale any fireworks other than sparklers and novelties without a permit is a fourth-degree crime.
- Purchasing, using, discharging, igniting, or possessing fireworks without a permit is a petty disorderly person’s offense.
- Businesses must clearly disclose that fireworks, other than permissible sparklers and novelties, are illegal without a valid permit. Failure to do so violates the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act.
Prohibited Fireworks:
Without a special permit, the following are not allowed:
- Firecrackers
- Bottle rockets
- Roman candles
- Aerial fireworks
- Any other explosive devices not classified as sparklers or novelties
Safety Reminder:
Fireworks cause over 10,000 injuries and 20,000 fires each year. The Perth Amboy Police Department urges all residents and visitors to celebrate safely and responsibly. Please review the provided materials and follow the safety guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday. These rules are in place to prevent accidents and property damage. Make sure any fireworks you buy or use are legal and that you have the necessary permits if required.
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