227.700 "Fireworks" defined -- Exceptions.
The term "fireworks" shall mean any composition or device for the purpose of producing <br>a visible or an audible effect by combustion, deflagration, or detonation, and which meets <br>the definition of "common" or "special" fireworks as set forth in the United States <br>Department of Transportation's (DOT) hazardous materials regulations. <br>(1) Exception number 1: Toy pistols, toy canes, toy guns or other devices in which
paper or plastic caps manufactured in accordance with DOT regulations, and packed <br>and shipped according to said regulations, are not considered to be fireworks and <br>shall be allowed to be used and sold at all times.
(2) Exception number 2: Model rockets and model rocket motors designed, sold, and
used for the purpose of propelling recoverable aero models are not considered to be <br>fireworks.
(3) Exception number 3: Propelling or expelling charges consisting of a mixture of
sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter are not considered as being designed for producing <br>audible effects.
Effective: July 15, 1982 <br>History: Amended 1982 Ky. Acts ch. 436, sec. 1, effective July 15, 1982. -- Created
1980 Ky. Acts ch. 49, sec. 15, effective July 15, 1980.
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