Illegal Fireworks Enforcement in O'Fallon

Illegal Fireworks Enforcement in O’Fallon

Over the past several years, we have seen a sharp increase in the number of residents setting off illegal fireworks in the city limits.  These illegal fireworks have greatly increased in size and often resemble those from commercial fireworks displays.   Illegal fireworks can cause serious burn and eye injuries as well as property damage.   Each of these mortar type fireworks shoot projectiles that travel hundreds of feet into the air and must come down at some point, frequently on the roofs and property of others in the neighborhood.   In addition, the loud noises of these large fireworks are a nuisance to many of our residents. 

This year, the O’Fallon Police Department will be enforcing our city and state laws regarding fireworks.  Our focus will be on large fireworks displays and officers will be issuing citations when probable cause exists.   On the weekend of the Fourth of July, we will be bringing in additional officers to supplement the regular patrol crews to decrease response times to fireworks complaints. 

We love America as much as the rest of you, however, we have a responsibility to our residents to ensure a safe and quiet Fourth of July season.  It is possible to have a fun Independence Day celebration without the illegal fireworks.  Before you go out of state for your illegal fireworks, please think twice and save your money instead of watching it blow up in front of you.   

For those of you that still want to view fireworks, the City will be hosting a fireworks display at the Sports Park on July 3, 2022. 

Our city ordinance on fireworks can be found here.   https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/ofallon/latest/ofallon_il/0-0-0-15...