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538D(B) | Unlawful Use Of Badge |
538D(B)(1) | Fraudulently wearing badge of a peace officer to impersonate a peace officer; misdemeanor punishable in jail not to exceed 1 year of fine not to exceed $2000. |
538D(B)(2) | Any person who willfully wears or uses any badge that falsely purports to be authorized for the use of one who by law is given the authority of a peace officer. |