question about Ron Paul images on merchandise

[des00s]

Is it against some type of copyright law to use someones face and name on an item without there permission? Do I need to get Ron Paul's permission to use his name and likeness on a piece of merchandise I want to sell? How do I go about doing this?

 

[Arklatex]

Do it man, public figure.

 

[hillertexas]

I don't see how he could mind but you could definitely ask him...he is very accessible. Call his TX or DC office.

Washington, DC
203 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone Number: (202) 225-2831

Lake Jackson, Texas
122 West Way, Suite 301
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Phone Number: (979) 285-0231

Galveston, Texas
601 25th Street, Suite 216
Galveston, TX 77550
Phone Number: (409) 766-7013

Victoria, Texas
1501 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 229
Victoria, TX 77904
Phone Number: (361) 576-1231

 

[nate895]

He is a public figure, therefore you can use his image.

 

[des00s]

quick replies! Thanks guys, this forum is awesome!

 

[qh4dotcom]

Since he is a publicly elected official, his image is public domain.