Arkansas § 12-8-121 - Use of state uniform, patch, or logo prohibited.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-8-121 — Use of state uniform, patch, or logo prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-8-121. Use of state uniform, patch, or logo prohibited.
It shall be prohibited for any law enforcement agency, private security firm, corporation, partnership, or individual to wear a uniform in the same design and specific color scheme as the Division of Arkansas State Police. No law enforcement agency, private security firm, corporation, partnership, or individual may use the Arkansas State Police uniform or patch, nor may the Arkansas State Police logo or the terms “Arkansas State Police”, “Arkansas State Trooper”, or “Arkansas State Troopers” be used or otherwise displayed for the endorsement of any product, business, or purpose without the express written permission of the Director of the Division of Arkansas State Police. Nothing in this section shall prohibit uniforms or commercial concerns from reproducing these items for division use, nor the public display of the uniform, patch, or logo when it relates to official governmental business.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-8-121
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-8-121 cover?
Section 12-8-121 ("Use of state uniform, patch, or logo prohibited.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. 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 Arkansas § 12-8-121?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-8-121" (Arkansas). 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 Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 12-8-121 apply to my situation?
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