It is a violation of state law (NJSA 21:2-1 et seq.) to sell, offer for sale, possess, or use any fireworks without a permit from the township. Violators are subject to arrest, prosecution, fines, or 30 days in jail.

If you have a complaint regarding the discharge of fireworks, please call the New Jersey State Police - Bridgeton Station at (856) 451-0100 or 9-1-1.

The township cannot enforce the state fireworks laws.

Exempt Sparkling Devices and Novelties (these are not in violation of the above and are legal to posses and use):

Hand held sparklers

Ground-based sparklers

Snakes

Glow Worms

Smoke Devices

Trick Noisemakers

Party Poppers

Snappers

Drop Pops

Fireworks Fact Sheet from the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs