The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) will never ask you to provide credit card numbers or other personal information by phone, text, email, or mail. LARA has identified fraudulent communications impersonating department staff. These scams may include requests for payment or personal information. Please do not respond to these messages and report any suspicious activity to LARA‑Safety@michigan.gov. (This email is for fraud purposes only; messages unrelated to LARA‑related fraud will not receive a response.)
What is an Insignia?
Pursuant to section 1 of the Registration of Names and Insignia Act (1927 PA 281) any association, lodge, order, fraternal society, beneficial association, or fraternal and beneficial society or association, historical, military or veteran's organization, labor union, foundation, federation, or any other society, organization, or association, degree, branch subordinate lodge or auxiliary thereof, whether incorporated or unincorporated may register in the office of the administrator, a facsimile, duplicate, or description of its name, badge, button, decoration, charm, emblem, rosette, or other insignia.