If you know of a past or chronic sale or use of fireworks, or if you have advice, call 311. With the increase in the illegal use of fireworks, authorities are eager to track down suppliers and those who illegally fire fireworks so that no one is harmed. There are about 750 licensed vendors selling fireworks this July 4, according to the State Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. (See full list below) Eleven counties and the cities of Newburgh and Middletown in Orange County prohibit the sale and use of small fireworks, which are allowed in New York City under a 2014 law. If you`re planning to celebrate this Fourth of July with family and friends, understanding these New York City fireworks laws will ensure that your freedom celebrations go ahead as planned. If you know of a past or chronic sale or use of fireworks, or if you have advice, call 311. Stanley Law Offices is a personal injury firm based in upstate New York (Syracuse, NY), but also has offices in Binghamton and Montrose, PA (as well as Rochester and Watertown, NY). So if you`re ever in trouble, if you`re injured in a serious accident and don`t know where to turn, call Joe. Cuz Joe knows that. And he and his team at Stanley Law are there for you. 1-800-608-3333. But the New York State Fire Services Association said it would contact municipalities to ask them not to legalize fireworks. They said it was also unclear how the measure would be implemented if, for example, one city approved it and another did not.

Lt. Malinowski said an additional patrol on weekends will be added to dedicate specific officers to searching for illegal fireworks and responding to noise complaints. If you`re like most New Yorkers, you`ll love watching the Fourth of July fireworks — from the spectacular eruptions of Macy on the East River to the dazzling spectacles of Coney Island and the entire state. While some counties outside of New York allow individuals to celebrate Independence Day with their own candles, you`re not allowed to set off fireworks in the air anywhere in New York State. To make lighting fireworks safer, Auslander now sells a product called Hot Shot, which allows you to attach a rocket to the fuse and use an app on your phone to set off fireworks up to 100 feet away. Andrew Joyce, speaker of the Albany County Legislature, said the county allowed fireworks in 2016 because it would only mean people could buy candles and small items. New York allows counties and cities to evade the law and ban fireworks for personal use, and several have done so in recent years, raising concerns about the noise they make and the dangers they pose. “I admit I made a mistake when I voted for legal candles in 2016, and getting out of legislation is a good start to keeping our communities calm and safe.” These include sparklers, which are just as illegal in New York City as the biggest fireworks. On July 4, the New York State Fire Department Association urged partygoers to leave fireworks to the professionals.

Counties that have banned sparklers have done so in response to complaints from local residents about the impact of fireworks on pets, veterans, PTSD and other issues. In 2020, the city of Albany and others saw a dramatic increase in law enforcement calls for fireworks. However, many of the complaints were likely a response to fireworks, which were and already are illegal in New York State. Fireworks are beautiful, but dangerous. An unexpected trip to the emergency room or worse can ruin a vacation. Obeying fireworks laws and the dangers they should avoid is the best way to have a safe celebration with memories that will last a lifetime. ALBANY — New Yorkers are gearing up for the 4th of July weekend, and pop-up tents selling fireworks are scattered across the state. This week I was interviewed on a radio show in Binghamton.

An unusual question arose. I was asked what it might mean for someone to bring illegal fireworks across state borders. Airborne fireworks, fireworks and chasers, rockets, Roman candles, bombs and candles are illegal in New York State. You may think that if you`re caught bringing firecrackers across the state border, you`ll get away with just a slap on the wrist. While you may be lucky and this may be your only consequence, it could be much worse. Under Section 270.00 of the New York Penal Code, you can be charged with unlawfully tampering with dangerous fireworks and fireworks. It says if you “own, explode, sell or supply fireworks” in New York State, unless you have your ducks in a row and have the proper permits. “We want all residents to stay safe as they celebrate this Fourth of July. We also remind everyone to continue to follow the social distancing rules in place to ensure the safety of their families and guests.

As the COVID-19 pandemic subsides, many communities have resumed local fireworks, including state fireworks at Empire State Plaza in Albany and Jones Beach on Long Island. In June 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo partnered with the New York State Police to crack down on fireworks brought across the state`s borders by ordinary people like you and me. While the reality is that you are more likely to get a find of a few hundred dollars, the Class B offense and fine are much higher. Get caught sliding fireworks often enough and you`ll end up with three hots and a cot. Broome County is so close to the Pennsylvania border that it`s not uncommon to see people passing through Pennsylvania cities with New York license plates. Often near fireworks shops. Sparklers are legal in New York, with the exception of New York. But all other fireworks are still illegal. Understanding New York`s Fireworks Act can feel like trying to decipher Morse code tapping while covering your ears. So we took all the important parts of the act and broke everything. [Make sure the law is expressed in terms that make sense to the average person. Only ground fireworks that emit rain with sparks, portable wooden sparklers, party poppers, and snapper can be purchased and used legally in New York City.

So, before you load your trunk with firecrackers and cross the state border, really ask yourself if the consequence of getting caught is worth it. But these big booms you see in the sky are not legal here in New York State. They repeatedly made changes to appease Cuomo, such as stricter language to crack down on illegal fireworks and the requirement for local governments to comply with the law. Fireworks can only be used and sold from June 20 to July 5 and from December 26 to January 2. This may sound like reasonable advice, but unfortunately, every year people are still unaware of fireworks laws and safety guidelines and suffer the consequences. “We continue to have serious concerns about the potential danger of these devices,” said Robert Leonard, spokesman for the group, “and we will aggressively educate local lawmakers about these concerns.” New York State is stricter than other states when it comes to banning fireworks. It`s illegal to buy or light any of the following things anywhere in the state unless you have a permit — firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, spinners, and any other type of fireworks that rise into the air. Certain types of fireworks were legalized in New York State a few years ago.

But what is legal and what is illegal? In the Capital Region, sparklers can be sold in Saratoga, Rensselaer, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Schoharie and Washington counties. The state provides a list of authorized retailers in these counties, which includes many grocery stores. The law will ban the sale of fireworks, which are illegal in New York City — which defied the measure — and make them illegal for people under 18. It also requires municipalities to accept the law. This has been the case since 2014, when ground-based fireworks like party poppers, snappers, and portable wooden candles became legal, but products like firecrackers, rockets, and Roman candles are still illegal. Even if you have home insurance and you hurt someone, you are also responsible for engaging in an extremely dangerous activity. This, too, is illegal. And whether you physically injure someone or damage property, you are responsible. I can assure you that your home insurance will not take it lightly. Then, when your renewal is due, you will be considered responsible. You`ll be sorry. These are usually high requirements.

– Joe Stanley, personal injury attorney “Instead of taking the risk of you or a loved one being hurt, FASNY urges New Yorkers to participate in a professional fireworks display in their city or county or watch a television show,” Farrell said. The city is offering up to $1,000 for tips that lead to the arrest and conviction of people who sell, store or transport fireworks. If you know that large quantities of fireworks are in storage or if the sale or use of fireworks is in progress, call 911. When asked if fireworks are legal in New York, the answer is largely an emphatic no. Newburgh also banned the sale and use of fireworks last year, with cities reporting an increase in fireworks every hour of the night. While neighboring states like Pennsylvania have become a haven for people who cross the border and buy fireworks and use them illegally in New York City, state officials have long struggled with the issue.