Florida § 817.311 - Unlawful use of badges, etc.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 817.311 — Unlawful use of badges, etc., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 817.311. Unlawful use of badges, etc.
(1) Any person who shall wear or display a badge, button, insignia or other emblem, or shall use the name of or claim to be a member of any benevolent, fraternal, social, humane, or charitable organization, which organization is entitled to the exclusive use of such name and such badge, button, insignia or emblem either in the identical form or in such near resemblance thereto as to be a colorable imitation thereof, unless such person is entitled so to do under the laws, rules and regulations of such organization, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. (2) This section shall be cumulative to any and all laws now in force in the state.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 817.311
What does Florida Statutes § 817.311 cover?
Section 817.311 ("Unlawful use of badges, etc.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 817.311?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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