ST. LOUIS - As the clock strikes midnight and 2025 has officially rung in, many may want to celebrate the new year with a bang and shoot off fireworks. Still, this may be an issue based on the firework regulations throughout the St. Louis region.

In the state of Missouri, large fireworks displays will typically require a permit obtained from the Division of Fire Safety. These permits are required to discharge explosives larger than matches, toy pistols, toy canons, party poppers, and other compounds that contain more than .025 grains of explosive material, according to state law.

In Illinois, the sale, possession, and use of "Consumer Fireworks" are banned. "Consumer Fireworks" that are illegal include Roman candles, bottle rockets, chasers, and firecrackers, according to state law.

Despite this restriction, the state does allow fireworks such as sparklers, smoke devices, and party poppers, etc.

Violating these restrictions in Illinois could result in up to one year in prison and a $2,500 fine.

St. Louis City

In the city of St. Louis, fireworks are illegal, and violations could mean up to 90 days in jail or $500 in fines, according to the city's website.

St. Louis County

Within St. Louis County, residents can acquire a permit to shoot off fireworks; otherwise, they are illegal to purchase and shoot off. Permits need to be acquired at least 10 days prior to the fireworks display, according to the county website.

Anyone who violates the time restriction could face a fine of up to $500.

St. Charles County

In St. Charles County, fireworks are only legal between the hours of 11:30 p.m. on Dec. 31 until 12:30 a.m. on Jan. 1, according to county law.

Lincoln County

Lincoln County remains within Missouri state law regarding fireworks, while some municipalities may have differing regulations.

Franklin County

Municipalities within Franklin County also abide by state law concerning shooting off fireworks, while some areas may have their own regulations.

Jefferson County

Jefferson County also regulates fireworks based on Missouri state law; some areas may have their own regulations, such as Fenton, which prohibits the use of fireworks.