Singapore legislation

Regulation 15

of National Symbols Regulations 2023

Regulation 15

Flags that distort or modify National Flag, etc.

Subregulation 1

A person must not knowingly produce or display a flag that distorts or otherwise modifies the design of the National Flag.ExampleA flag with words or graphics superimposed on the design of the National Flag, or vice versa, is a modification of the design of the National Flag.

Subregulation 2

Paragraph (1) does not apply in relation to the flag of a Government department.

Subregulation 3

A person who contravenes paragraph (1) commits an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months or to both.