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Gardaí warn possession of unlicensed fireworks can lead to a fine of €10,000

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An Garda Síochána have issued a stark warning ahead of today's celebrations.

An Garda Síochána are reminding people that is an offence for anyone to possess fireworks without a license.
 
The possession of unlicensed fireworks can result in a fine of up to €10,000 or up to five years imprisonment, or both.
 
Fireworks can cause damage to property, injury to people and animals, and can be an annoyance to elderly people.
 
An Garda Síochána will continue to confiscate any fireworks found in the possession of persons without a license.
 
Every Halloween, An Garda Síochána and the Fire Service receive a high number of callouts to bonfires and firework related incidents.
 
 They are urging parents to stay safe and not to buy illegal fireworks for their children this Halloween.
 
 

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