Rhode Island General Laws Title 11. Criminal Offenses § 11-70-1. False representation of military status prohibited--Stolen valor

(1) Fraudulently represents himself or herself to be an active member or veteran of the United States Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard, including armed forces reserves and National Guard, through the unauthorized manufacture, sale, or use of military regalia or gear, including the wearing of military uniforms, or the use of falsified military identification, and obtains money or property through such fraudulent representation; or

(2) Fraudulently represents himself or herself to be a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, Air Force Cross, Silver Star, Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge, Combat Action Badge, Combat Medical Badge, Combat Action Ribbon, or Air Force Combat Action Medal, and obtains money or property through such fraudulent representation.