The Court of the Lord Lyon King of Arms is the national heraldic authority for Scotland & Scots abroad. The Lord Lyon, in his capacity as a minister of the Crown, is responsible for granting arms to "virtuous and well deserving persons" in the name of HM The Queen. Heraldry is protected by statute in Scotland and arms may only be used if registered with the Court of the Lord Lyon. The Lord Lyon is also a judge and has the power to fine individuals who misuse arms and to seize and destroy property which bears arms illegally.
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