Section 39

Any person who, without the permission of the Board, uses the Merlion symbol, a representation of which is set out in Part 1 of the Schedule, or a symbol or representation so nearly resembling the Merlion symbol as to cause confusion in relation to it, shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $2,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months or to both.[24