Michigan § 257.214 - Badge of authority.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.214 — Badge of authority., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 257.214. Badge of authority.
The secretary of state shall issue to each person named under section 213 of this act a proper badge of authority designating the position held by the person to whom issued. Every such badge shall display a distinctive serial number.
Neither the secretary of state nor any other person shall issue any such badge to any person who is not a duly employed and acting officer or investigator of said department.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.214
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.214 cover?
Section 257.214 ("Badge of authority.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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