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750.217h – Emblem, insignia, logo, service mark, or other identification; wearing or displaying prohibited; violation as misdemeanor; penalty; definitions | Michigan Law

Learn about Michigan's law on wearing or displaying fire, medical, or emergency service emblems without authorization, and the penalties for violations.

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750.217h – Emblem, insignia, logo, service mark, or other identification; wearing or displaying prohibited; violation as misdemeanor; penalty; definitions

Michigan Penal Code § 750.217h

Summary

Michigan law prohibits individuals from wearing or displaying fire department, life support, or medical first response service emblems or insignia unless they are authorized members. The law aims to prevent false representation and misleading associations with these emergency services. Violations are classified as misdemeanors with penalties including fines and imprisonment.

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In simple terms: Learn about Michigan's law on wearing or displaying fire, medical, or emergency service emblems without authorization, and the penalties for violations.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.