Virginia § 52-9.2 - Wearing of same or similar uniforms by other persons

Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 52-9.2 — Wearing of same or similar uniforms by other persons, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 52-9.2. Wearing of same or similar uniforms by other persons

When such official uniform has been adopted by the Superintendent, no police officer of any county, city or town, special policeman, guard or other person shall wear any uniform identical with such official uniform or so similar in appearance as to be likely to deceive the casual observer.

Violations of this section or § 52-9.1 shall constitute a misdemeanor and be punished as provided by law.

1950, p. 154.

Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Code of Virginia § 52-9.2 cover?

Section 52-9.2 ("Wearing of same or similar uniforms by other persons") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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