07-09-2008, 11:10 AM
BILLINGS - With the annual Independence Day holiday this week, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks reminds people that it is illegal to use fireworks in the state's many parks and fishing access sites.
<br>State law prohibits use of fireworks on any FWP lands. Anyone caught violating the law can be charged with a misdemeanor crime and fined as much as $500.<br>
<br>Additionally, Lake Elmo State Park is inside the Billings city limits, where municipal law prohibits personal use of fireworks.<br>
<br>In the interest of personal safety, fire prevention and staying on the right side of the law, Fourth of July celebrants are encouraged to leave their fireworks at home when visiting Montana's state parks and fishing access sites this week.
<br>State law prohibits use of fireworks on any FWP lands. Anyone caught violating the law can be charged with a misdemeanor crime and fined as much as $500.<br>
<br>Additionally, Lake Elmo State Park is inside the Billings city limits, where municipal law prohibits personal use of fireworks.<br>
<br>In the interest of personal safety, fire prevention and staying on the right side of the law, Fourth of July celebrants are encouraged to leave their fireworks at home when visiting Montana's state parks and fishing access sites this week.