Kentucky law enforcement prepare to enforce state, local fireworks laws

With the 4^th of July just around the corner, law enforcement officers across Kentucky will be responding to complaints about things that go boom. In Woodford County, the Versailles Police Department patrols the entire county. Chief Mike Murray said state laws include these provisions:

“He or she is at least 18 years old. The fireworks are not ignited within 200 feet of any structure vehicle or any person. And the use of the fireworks does not place him or her and violation of any of the lawfully enacted local ordinances.”