# Iowa Code § 80A.9: Badges — uniforms

> Iowa · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.9

## Section

- **Citation:** Iowa Code § 80A.9
- **Heading:** Badges — uniforms
- **Jurisdiction:** Iowa
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** IA Code / Title III / Chapter 80A / Section 80A.9

## Text

(1) A licensee or an employee of a licensee shall not use a badge in connection with the activities of the licensee’s business unless the badge has been prescribed or approved by the commissioner.

(2) A licensee or an employee of a licensee shall not use an identification card other than the card issued by the department or make a statement with the intent to give the impression that the licensee or employee is a peace officer.

(3) A uniform worn by a licensee or employee of a licensee shall conform with rules adopted by the commissioner.

(4) A bail enforcement agent other than a licensee shall not do any of the following:

(4) (a) Use a badge or identification card other than one which is in accordance with the laws of the state of origin.

(4) (b) Wear a uniform or make a statement that gives the impression that the agent is a peace officer.

84 Acts, ch 1235, §9; 98 Acts, ch 1149, §7

## Nearby sections

- [Iowa Code § 80A.1 Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.1.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.2 Persons exempt.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.2.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.3 License required.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.3.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.3A Notification of and registration with local law enforcement.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.3A.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.4 License requirements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.4.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.5 Licensee fee.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.5.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.6 Display of license.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.6.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.7 Identification cards.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.7.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.8 Duplicate license.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.8.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.9 Badges — uniforms.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.9.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.10 Licensee’s bond.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.10.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.10A Licensee’s proof of financial responsibility.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.10A.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.11 Written report.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.11.md)
- [Iowa Code § 80A.12 Refusal, suspension, or revocation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_IA_TIII_C80A_S80A.12.md)

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