PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — If you're planning on handling fireworks in Prince George's County, think twice. All fireworks are banned and deemed illegal in the county.

According to county officials, if you have purchased or have illegal fireworks in your possession, you can turn them in without penalty under the Fireworks Amnesty Program, operated by the county fire department, by calling the PGFD Watch Office at 301-583-2200. A member of the fire department will come to your home or business and pick up the fireworks for safe transport and disposal. You will not face a fine or court summons.

Below are the only fireworks allowed by state law for Marylanders to use except in Baltimore City, Montgomery and Prince George's counties where, again, all fireworks are illegal:

Examples of items that are prohibited by state law also in other counties include:

The OSFM operates a bomb squad that regulates Maryland's explosive and fireworks industries. On its website, the OSFM shares several tips when using legal fireworks for the holiday:

Police officers can issue a criminal citation and confiscate fireworks that violate state law.

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