(a) Prohibition.—Except as authorized by this chapter or the Secretary of Transportation, a person may not manufacture, sell, possess, or display a decoration or medal provided for in this chapter.
(b) Civil Penalty.—A person violating this section is liable to the United States Government for a civil penalty of not more than $2,000.
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Part B— Merchant Marine Service
CHAPTER 519— MERCHANT MARINE AWARDS
§ 51901. Awards for individual acts or service
§ 51904. Presentation to representatives
§ 51905. Flags and grave markers
§ 51906. Special certificates for civilian service to armed forces
§ 51907. Provision of decorations, medals, and replacements
§ 51908. Prohibition against unauthorized manufacture, sale, possession, or display of awards