Arkansas Fireworks Permits & Insurance
Consumer fireworks in Arkansas
All federally-compliant consumer (1.4G) fireworks
Source: American Pyrotechnics Association, State by State Consumer Fireworks Laws (2025)
State authority
Arkansas State Police – Fire Marshal / Arkansas Fire Prevention Commission VERIFY
https://www.dps.arkansas.gov/law-enforcement/arkansas-state-police/divisions/fire-marshal/
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Contact this office about state retail, wholesale/distributor, and public display (exhibitor/operator) licenses or permits that apply to your business.
🇺🇸 Federal (ATF)
Manufacturing, importing, dealing, storing or using display fireworks (1.3G) generally requires a federal explosives license or permit from the ATF.
City & county
Many cities and counties require their own permits, limit selling/discharge dates, or ban fireworks entirely, and burn bans can apply. Check with your local fire department and city/county clerk.
Laws change. This page is a starting point, not legal advice — confirm every requirement with the authority before you sell or shoot.
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