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Indiana Fireworks Permit Rules (2026)

Permitted: In Indiana, no permit is needed to buy or set off consumer fireworks (age 18+).

PermittedVerified Jun 5, 2026

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Fireworks Permit Rules in states bordering Indiana

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

IllinoisRestricted
In Illinois, a Consumer Fireworks Display Permit (issued locally) is required to buy, possess or set off consumer fireworks; without it only novelties are legal.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: sfm.illinois.gov · Full Illinois rule →
KentuckyPermitted
In Kentucky, no permit is needed to buy or set off consumer fireworks.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: apps.legislature.ky.gov · Full Kentucky rule →
MichiganPermitted
No permit needed to buy or set off consumer fireworks; use is limited to designated holiday dates.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: michigan.gov · Full Michigan rule →
OhioConditional
In Ohio, there is no permit to set off the now-legal 1.4G fireworks on designated dates, but a buyer affidavit is required at purchase and townships or cities may opt out.
Verified Jun 5, 2026 · Source: com.ohio.gov · Full Ohio rule →

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