CMPD wants you to celebrate the 4th of July holiday in a safe way!

Many of us are looking forward to the upcoming July 4th weekend.  The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department wants you to enjoy this holiday in a safe way.  Please remember that certain fireworks set off within City limits are illegal.  Each year, there are fireworks related injuries and fires due to unsafe use of these items.  Please make sure you are familiar with the safety precautions as related to these as well as those that are illegal for North Carolina use and display.  If you are planning on consuming any alcoholic beverages, please make sure you have a designated driver if you plan on traveling.  Our officers will be actively looking for intoxicated drivers to ensure we have safe roads for travel this holiday.  I wish everyone a Happy July 4th.