The rules concerning displaying the flag at night are listed in Section 2(a) of the United States Flag Code, and are as follows:
§6. Time and occasions for display
It is the universal custom to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on buildings and on stationary flagstaffs in the open. However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed twenty-four hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.
I find it more disrespectful to never have the flag out at all. At least when flown at night, that house had someone with enough respect to buy and fly the Flag. I am sure when they do fly it 24 hours a day, they are doing it with their heart in the right place, so please consider that before condemning their actions. Next forth of July, look for households without a flag at all.
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