Current through Reg. 50, No. 253; December 31, 2024
Section 20-99.003 - General Restrictions on the Use of "An Orange Smiling Face with Bow" Mark(1) Use of this mark shall be restricted to use in conjunction with the advertising, promotion, merchandising, and packaging of Florida gift citrus fruit, and which meet the grade and quality standards for citrus fruits set forth by the laws of the State of Florida, rules of the Department of Citrus, and applicable federal laws.(2) The mark shall not be used in any advertising, promotion, merchandising or packaging in lieu of a brand name or used in conjunction with a brand name in such a manner as to dominate or appear to be a part of a brand name.(3) The mark, as shown in Rule 20-99.001, F.A.C., must be used in its entirety.(4) Prior to each new use of the mark a written request must be submitted to the Department of Citrus giving full explanation and examples of proposed usage.(5) The licensee shall indemnify the Department and save it harmless with respect to any claims arising out of the use of its products bearing the mark by any person, or any claims arising out of misbranding or false or misleading advertising by the licensee.Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 20-99.003
Specific Authority 601.10(1), 601.11, 601.15 FS. Law Implemented 601.101 FS.