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Michigan Fireworks Permit Rules (2026)

Permitted: No permit needed to buy or set off consumer fireworks; use is limited to designated holiday dates.

PermittedVerified Jun 5, 2026

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Fireworks Permit Rules in states bordering Michigan

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

IndianaPermitted
In Indiana, no permit is needed to buy or set off consumer fireworks (age 18+).
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: in.gov · Full Indiana rule →
OhioConditional
In Ohio, there is no permit to set off the now-legal 1.4G fireworks on designated dates, but a buyer affidavit is required at purchase and townships or cities may opt out.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: com.ohio.gov · Full Ohio rule →
WisconsinConditional
In Wisconsin, a municipal permit from the mayor, village president or town chair is required to possess or use anything that explodes or leaves the ground (firecrackers, bottle rockets, Roman candles, mortars); sparklers and fountains need none.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: datcp.wi.gov · Full Wisconsin rule →

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