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2102 – Desecration Of Flag | Pennsylvania Law

Learn about Pennsylvania's law on flag desecration, including prohibited acts and exceptions, and the penalties for violating this statute.

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2102 – Desecration Of Flag

Pennsylvania Title 18 - Crimes and Offenses § 2102

Summary

Pennsylvania law 18 Pa.C.S. 2102 criminalizes desecration of the U.S. or Commonwealth flags, including defiling, mutilating, or displaying flags with markings or advertisements. The law also specifies exceptions for patriotic, political, or authorized uses. Violations are classified as a third-degree misdemeanor.

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In simple terms: Learn about Pennsylvania's law on flag desecration, including prohibited acts and exceptions, and the penalties for violating this statute.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.