Authorized Use of the State Seal of Georgia

Georgia State Seal Code Section 50-3-31

In addition to official documents which require that the great seal be affixed, the Governor may authorize the use and display of the great seal or a facsimile of the state emblem under such conditions as he may impose when there shall be demonstrated to his satisfaction that the intended use or display thereof is appropriate and legitimate and is not contrary to the state's interest in preserving the sanctity and dignity of the state seal and emblem and that the use or display will not otherwise violate Code Section 50-3-8 or 50-3-9.

All persons (with the exception of those listed in O.C.G.A. 50-3-32) must obtain permission from the Office of the Governor to use the state seal. Requests must be in writing and specifically explain the proposed use of the seal. Please submit your request to:

and allow 2-3 weeks for processing. You may contact the Governor's Office at (404) 656-1776 for more information. Once approval has been granted by the Office of the Governor, fabricated facsimiles may be obtained from John Huneke (jhuneke@sos.state.ga.us or 404-651-7600).