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Does the flag Code apply to civilians?

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Does the flag Code apply to civilians?

This is a U.S. federal law, but only suggests voluntary customs for handling of the American flag and was never intended to be enforceable. The code uses non-binding language like “should” and “custom” throughout and does not prescribe any penalties for failure to follow the guidelines.

What does disrespecting the flag mean?

It may be a protest against nationalism or a deliberate and symbolic insult to the people of the country represented by the flag. Burning or defacing a flag is a crime in some countries.

Is it OK to leave a flag out overnight?

According to the US Flag Code, all American flags should be displayed from sunrise to sunset every day. Lowering the flag at night is an ultimate sign of respect for Old Glory. But like many rules, there is an exception. You can keep your flag flying 24-hours if it is properly illuminated during all hours of darkness.

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Who enforces flag etiquette?

THE ANSWER: U.S. Flag Code is officially written in law and appears in Title 4 and Title 36 of U.S. Code. It was written and approved by Congress and is officially a law. But, unlike many other laws, there are no federal punishments or enforcement for citizens who don’t follow the code.

Is it illegal to break Flag Code?

The Supreme Court has ruled that politically motivated violations of the Flag Code are protected by the First Amendment. The Flag Code has no provision for enforcement. No fines, no penalties. There is nothing law enforcement can do when the Flag Code is broken.

Is sitting during the pledge disrespectful?

Everyone has the right to freedom of expression and shouldn’t be forced to participate in any rituals that go against their personal beliefs. For students in public schools, this includes the right to keep silent or sit down during the Pledge of Allegiance or national anthem.

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What is a flag code violation?

The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, but always aloft and free. The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery. It should never be festooned, drawn back, nor up, in folds, but always allowed to fall free.

Is it illegal to wear a flag bathing suit?

Nope–the federal Flag Code is recommended etiquette but not legally binding. PROCESS: You’ll see a lot of people waving our flag proudly for the fourth, lots of people wearing it too on shirts, pants, hats, even bathing suits. It reads explicitly, ‘the flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding or drapery.”