The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office has a list of common fireworks violations and rules to follow when using fireworks. You must also not ignite or discharge fireworks in or near a motor vehicle. It is also illegal to explode or ignite fireworks within 100 feet of a place where fireworks are stored or sold. It is also illegal to sell, explode, or ignite fireworks within 100 feet of a place where flammable liquids or flammable compressed gasses are stored and dispensed. RELATED: Tips to keep you safe while using fireworksįines for illegal use of fireworks can range between $500 and $2,000 for each firework.Įven in areas where firework discharges are legal, some rules must be followed.įor example, it is illegal to explode or ignite fireworks within 600 feet of any church, a hospital other than a veterinary hospital, an asylum, a licensed childcare center, or a public or private primary or secondary school or institution of higher education unless the person receives authorization in writing from that organization.