

Confusion reigns supreme in fireworks laws, ordinances

7:42 AM, Jul. 3, 2013
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When it comes to fireworks in the Fox Cities, the general rule of thumb is anything that "goes up or blows up" is illegal.

But it's not that simple for police agencies who respond to numerous complaints every year. They say enforcement is complicated because it's legal to purchase firecrackers and bottle rockets at certain venues in Wisconsin, but it's illegal for people to set them off in their yards.

"The fireworks issue is a confusing one for lots of people," said Aaron Zemlock, community liaison officer with the Menasha Police Department. "The sellers can legally sell bottle rockets, ...

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