New Year’s Eve is approaching, bringing fireworks and celebrations. However, there are still thousands of firework-related injuries in America each year, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Here are some important points about Georgia’s fireworks laws.

Fireworks must stop by 1 a. m. on New Year’s Day, but can be used again from 10 a. m. to 11:59 p. m. on other days. In Georgia, only individuals 18 and older can light fireworks. Those aged 16 or 17 can possess or transport them if helping a distributor or nonprofit, but cannot carry them on interstate roads. Selling fireworks to anyone under 18 is illegal. It is also prohibited to use fireworks while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Fireworks cannot be set off indoors or on public roads, streets, highways, or railroads. Additionally, they are not allowed in state parks, historic sites, or within 100 yards of hospitals, nursing homes, electric plants, gas stations, water treatment facilities, or prisons. There are special-use permits available for some areas. Penalties for breaking these laws can include misdemeanors or felonies, with fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment, especially for selling to minors.