With the Fourth of July rapidly approaching, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office has set up a fireworks hotline for residents to call to report illegal fireworks. The hotline also has information on where to purchase legal fireworks, and a list of area public fireworks displays.
Jefferson County fireworks hotline: 303-271-8025.
We are often asked what fireworks are considered legal, and which are illegal. A good rule of thumb: any device that explodes or leaves the ground is most likely illegal in Colorado. Illegal fireworks
include but are not limited to firecrackers, cherry bombs, bottle rockets, M-80's and Roman candles. It is illegal to sell, use or possess non-permissible fireworks in unincorporated Jefferson County. Additionally, all fireworks are prohibited in Jefferson County Open Space Parks, Denver Mountain Parks and Forest Service lands.
Colorado law defines permissible fireworks as any device that does not explode or leave the ground. Examples of permissible fireworks are cylindrical or cone fountains, sparklers, toy smoke devices, snakes and glow worms. Keep in mind; while permissible fireworks may seem harmless, they continue to account for many fireworks-related injuries each year.
Any person who violates the laws pertaining to the sale, possession and use of fireworks commits a class three misdemeanor and may face a fine of up to $750. For more information on fireworks safety, visit our Web site at [url=http://www.jeffcosheriff.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;]http://www.jeffcosheriff.com[/url]. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office wishes everyone a happy and safe Independence Day.
