UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (WUSA) -- The Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department is reminding county residents that possession of any kind of fireworks is illegal in the county. However, it's giving you a way to get rid of those fireworks without facing any legal penalties.
The Fire/EMS Department launched its annual fireworks amnesty program Monday. It runs through July 20.
Anyone who wants to turn in illegal fireworks may call the Fire/EMS Operations Center at 301-583-2200.
A member of the department will come to your home or business to take the fireworks. You will not face any kind of citation, fine, or arrest.
The phone number may also be used to report the illegal use of fireworks anywhere within Prince George's County.
Penalties for possession and use of illegal fireworks in the county include a fine of up to $1,000 and/or up to six months in jail.
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Publishers Notes: So why is it allowed in some Counties and not in others?
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A cheap easy way to get a good fireworks display ready for the 4th of July!
ReplyDeleteI'd lay money on it they would use the fireworks themselves. No way in hell they're getting mine :) i'll set mine off real quick and if cops come i'll dart back in the house lol been there done that
ReplyDeleteI think they even outlawed sparklers over there?
ReplyDeleteI always thought Federal law trumps State law and state law trumps local or county law. Why hasn't someone challanged this in court? Maryland allows some fireworks, that is that.
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