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Here's When Fireworks Are Allowed On New Year's Eve In MI

Michiganders are allowed to use fireworks to ring in the new year, but there are a few things you need to know to avoid fines and jail time.

MICHIGAN — Michiganders are allowed to use fireworks to ring in the new year, but there are a few things you need to know to avoid fines and jail time.

Under Michigan law, the fireworks are only allowed to be set off between 11 a.m. Dec. 31 and 1 a.m. Jan. 1, 2025.

Additionally, they can only be lit on personal property, or a neighbor's property with permission. They are not allowed on public property, including streets and sidewalks, school property, or church property.

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It is also illegal to use fireworks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

If any fireworks cause property damage, hurt or kill someone, the person who used the firework can face misdemeanor or felony charges.

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Other violations can lead to prison time and fines up to $10,000.

Michigan also allows fireworks on:

  • The Saturday and Sunday immediately before Memorial Day until 11:45 p.m. on each day.
  • June 29 to July 4 until 11:45 p.m. each day.
  • July 5, if that date is a Friday or Saturday, until 11:45 p.m.
  • The Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding Labor Day until 11:45 p.m. on each day.

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