What to do with a flag that touches the ground?

What to do with a flag that touches the ground?

However, you are not required to destroy the flag if it touches the ground. As long as the flag remains suitable for display, even if washing or dry-cleaning (which is an acceptable practice) is required, the flag may continue to be displayed.

Is it OK to wash an American flag?

For nylon, polyester, or other synthetic materials: Wash the flag in your washing machine on the delicate cycle with cold water and mild detergent. You can also hand wash the flag in cold water if you’re worried about the colors bleeding. Rinse the fabric in cold water, and then hang or lay flat to dry.

Is it illegal to destroy a flag?

It’s illegal to burn the American Flag. Burning the American Flag is a type of flag desecration (the act of publically, intentionally destroying, damaging, or mutilating the American flag), but it’s not illegal.

How do you dispose of an American flag properly?

The United States Flag Code (4 USC Sec 8 Para (k) Amended 7 July 1976) states: “The Flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” Burning isn’t the only way to dispose of a flag, though.

What is the meaning of folding the American flag 13 times?

The 1st fold of our flag is a symbol of life. The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life. The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.

Should flag burning as a form of protest be illegal?

No. The Court has recognized that the First Amendment protects certain forms of symbolic speech. Flag burning is such a form of symbolic speech. When a flag is privately owned, the owner should be able to burn it if the owner chooses, especially if this action is meant in the form of protest.

Is burning a flag Freedom of speech?

The majority of the Court, according to Justice William Brennan, agreed with Johnson and held that flag burning constitutes a form of “symbolic speech” that is protected by the First Amendment.