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Utah Fireworks Permit Rules (2026)

Conditional: In Utah, there is no permit to set off consumer fireworks, but use is limited to tight date windows and prohibited in wildfire-restricted areas that cities or counties designate.

ConditionalVerified Jun 5, 2026
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Official source: firemarshal.utah.gov →

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Fireworks Permit Rules in states bordering Utah

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

  • ArizonaConditional

    In Arizona, permissible ground-based consumer fireworks may be used during designated seasonal windows around July 4 and New Year's without a personal permit. Local jurisdictions may restrict further, and some cities prohibit consumer fireworks entirely.

    Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: azleg.gov · Full Arizona rule →

  • ColoradoConditional

    In Colorado, only non-aerial consumer fireworks (fountains, sparklers, ground spinners) are legal statewide; no personal permit is required for those. Aerials and firecrackers are prohibited, sellers must be state-licensed, and local fire bans frequently prohibit even legal items.

    Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: dfpc.colorado.gov · Full Colorado rule →

  • IdahoConditional

    In Idaho, non-aerial consumer fireworks may be used without a personal permit during the legal windows (around June 23–July 5 and Dec 26–Jan 1); retailers must hold a state license. Aerial items remain illegal to use in Idaho, and local jurisdictions may restrict further.

    Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: legislature.idaho.gov · Full Idaho rule →

  • NevadaConditional

    Nevada is county-option (NRS 244.367): each county decides whether consumer fireworks may be sold or used, so legality varies across the state. Where they are allowed, no statewide personal permit is required; public-display permits come from the local fire authority.

    Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: fire.nv.gov · Full Nevada rule →

  • New MexicoConditional

    In New Mexico, permissible consumer fireworks are legal (firecrackers, aerial spinners, and missile rockets are not). Retail permits run through the State Fire Marshal, and the Governor may temporarily ban fireworks during drought. Municipalities may restrict aerial and ground-audible devices.

    Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: srca.nm.gov · Full New Mexico rule →

  • WyomingConditional

    In Wyoming, consumer fireworks are permitted with no personal permit required by state law (buyers 16+). Counties and cities set additional restrictions, and public displays require a local permit (14+ days ahead) with proof of insurance.

    Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: wyoleg.gov · Full Wyoming rule →

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