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TIL U.S. Flag Code - It is a misdemeanor AND punishable for up to $100 or up to 30 days in jail to change the flag in any way for display or advertising purposes. This includes adding any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawing, altering colors, or any advertisement of any nature.

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