Since the sale and use of fireworks legally begins in Arkansas tomorrow, June 20th, we wanted to re-post this release from last year on the topic of fireworks so that everyone will be aware of these regulations and restrictions involved.  See below:

     As we move toward the Independence Day Holiday on July 4th, it is time once again to remind folks of the law with respect to the use and discharge of fireworks.

     These regulations are found in Arkansas Code 20-22-711. The regulations specify that fireworks may only be sold at retail and used within the State of Arkansas from June 20th through July 10th and from December 10th through January 5th each year. The law does not specify or set the daily hours that fireworks may be shot off within those allowable date ranges.  Discharging or shooting off fireworks outside of those dates constitutes a misdemeanor offense. This code provides for a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $200 or imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both, for each offense.