Alabama § 8-19I-5 - Advertising Requirements.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 8-19I-5 — Advertising Requirements., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-19I-5. Advertising Requirements.
(a) A person may not advertise the person’s services of advising or assisting in veterans benefits matters for compensation without including the following disclosure:
“This business is not sponsored by, or affiliated with, the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, or any other federally chartered veterans service organization. Other organizations, including, but not limited to, the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, your local county veterans service agency, and other federally chartered veterans service organizations, may be able to provide you with these services free of charge. Products or services offered by this business are not necessarily endorsed by any of these organizations. You may qualify for other veterans benefits beyond the services that this business offers.”
(b) If the advertisement is printed, including, but not limited to, advertisements visible to Internet users, the disclosure shall appear in a readily visible place on the advertisement. If the advertisement is verbal, the spoken statement of the disclosure shall be clear and intelligible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 8-19I-5
What does Code of Alabama § 8-19I-5 cover?
Section 8-19I-5 ("Advertising Requirements.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 8-19I-5?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 8-19I-5" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.
How does Alabama § 8-19I-5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alabama can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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