Despite the allure of that satisfying bang, Michigan law firmly draws the line between legal pyrotechnics and unlawful trigger-happy antics. Celebratory gunfire, a misguided tradition in some corners, is banned across the state.

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The reasons are straightforward: what goes up must come down, and stray bullets don’t check GPS. Property damage, injuries, and even fatalities have been linked to these ill-advised celebrations, turning what should be a festive occasion into a potential crime scene.

In a statement from the Saginaw Police Department, they concur that shooting celebratory bullets is a bad idea saying, “Bullets fired into the air return to the earth at up to 300 feet per second.”

Forbes also reports that “Wind can cause bullets fired straight up to come back down up to two miles away.”

Police are aiming for zero tolerance.

According to a report from the Detroit Free Press, law enforcement is ramping up efforts to curb this dangerous practice. Officers have made it clear they’re not taking a “shoot first, ask questions later” approach when it comes to revelers breaking the law.

Patrols are being increased in neighborhoods where gunfire has historically been an issue, and public service announcements are reminding Michiganders that fireworks, not firearms, are the appropriate way to usher in the New Year. Police are also armed with advanced technology to pinpoint the source of gunfire. ShotSpotter systems, which detect and locate the origin of firearm discharges, are being utilized in some areas, including in Detroit.

Bang for your buck? Think again.

Yes, aside from the obvious dangers, celebratory gunfire carries steep penalties. Firing a weapon recklessly in Michigan could lead to felony charges, hefty fines, or even jail time. That’s a lot of collateral damage for a split-second thrill.

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So, unless you want to trade your party hat for handcuffs, it’s best to keep the safety on since Michigan’s Act 45 of 1952 “prohibits the careless, reckless or negligent use of firearms.” Penalties include up to a year in prison or a fine $500 for causing more than $50 of property damage.

Alternate solutions for party favors have been given by Michigan State Police Public Information Officer Lt. Mike Shaw: “If people want to make noise on New Year’s, they can use bells, bang pots and pans, or use noise makers.”