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title: O.C.G.A. § 35-10-5. Permission required for use of symbols pertaining to particular police department.
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# O.C.G.A. § 35-10-5. Permission required for use of symbols pertaining to particular police department.

Any person who uses or displays any current or historical symbol, including any emblem, seal, or badge, used by the department in connection with the planning, conduct, or execution of any solicitation; advertisement, circular, book, pamphlet, or other publication; or play, motion picture, broadcast, telecast, telemarketing, or other production in a manner reasonably calculated to convey the impression that such solicitation; advertisement, circular, book, pamphlet, or other publication; or play, motion picture, broadcast, telecast, telemarketing, or other production is approved, endorsed, or authorized by or associated with the department without written permission from the local governing authority shall be in violation of this chapter.

## History

Code 1981, § 35-10-5, enacted by Ga. L. 1996, p. 445, § 1.