Knowing that some border travelers may be tempted to purchase fireworks in Mexico during the weeks leading up to the Fourth of July, Camacho said Customs wants to warn residents now so they can avoid risk of possible injury as well as the financial loss caused by confiscation of the fireworks as well as stiff civil and possible criminal penalties. Those who try to circumvent the law face stern penalties. We ve even had people try to smuggle fireworks under the hood of their vehicles, which can be a very dangerous situation. Camacho said travelers who attempt to smuggle illegal fireworks into the country face penalties ranging from confiscation of the contraband to seizure of the transporting vehicle and monetary fines equal to the U.S. dollar value of the fireworks. In addition, arrest and prosecution are possible, he said.
Public displays offer a larger show and are safer for all involved.