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Fireworks Charges in Massachusetts (G.L. c. 148, § 39): Penalties & Defenses

July 30th, 2018

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Fireworks are illegal for private citizens in Massachusetts. Under G.L. c. 148, § 39, it is a crime to possess, control, use, explode, or cause to explode almost any item designed to produce a visible or audible effect by combustion, explosion, deto…

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