2017 Maryland Code
Public Safety
Title 10 - Fireworks and Sparklers
Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions
§ 10-111. Penalties

  • (a) Possessing or discharging fireworks in violation of subtitle. -- A person who possesses or discharges fireworks in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 250 for each offense.
  • (b) Selling fireworks in violation of subtitle. -- A person who sells fireworks in violation of this subtitle is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 1,000 for each offense.
  • (c) Seizure and forfeiture of fireworks. --
    • (1) At the expense of the owner, the State Fire Marshal shall seize and remove all fireworks possessed or sold in violation of this subtitle.
    • (2) Fireworks described in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be forfeited and destroyed.
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