Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 461.3 — Impersonation Of Businesses Prohibited
16 C.F.R. § 461.3
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It is a violation of this part, and an unfair or deceptive act or practice to:
(a) materially and falsely pose as, directly or by implication, a business or officer thereof, in or affecting commerce as commerce is defined in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 44); or
(b) materially misrepresent, directly or by implication, affiliation with, including endorsement or sponsorship by, a business or officer thereof, in or affecting commerce as commerce is defined in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 44).
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Definitions15 U.S.C. § 44