Can I use Mexico's Federal Attorney General's Office (FGR) in a FiveM server without violating the FiveM Terms of Service?

FiveM Server Development Server Discussion
, ,
1

Hello everyone,

I am currently developing a roleplay server set in Mexico and I have a question regarding FiveM’s Terms of Service.

I would like to implement a government faction based on the Fiscalía General de la República (FGR). For those unfamiliar with it, the FGR is Mexico’s federal law enforcement and prosecution agency. It is responsible for investigating and prosecuting federal crimes, combating organized crime, conducting forensic investigations, and representing the public interest in criminal proceedings. It functions similarly to a federal prosecutor’s office and investigative agency in other countries.

My intention is to use the FGR strictly for roleplay purposes, including its name, ranks, vehicles, and general organizational structure, while making it clear that it is a fictional representation within a gaming environment and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the real institution.

I would like to know if this would be allowed under FiveM’s Terms of Service or community guidelines.

Specifically:

  • Is it permitted to use the name “Fiscalía General de la República (FGR)” in a public FiveM server?

  • Can we use vehicle liveries inspired by real FGR vehicles?

  • Is it recommended or required to include a disclaimer stating that the faction is fictional and not affiliated with the real agency?

  • Has anyone previously used real government agencies in a FiveM server without issues?

I have seen many servers use real-world police departments, sheriff’s offices, and other government agencies, but I would like to ensure that using a Mexican federal agency would not create any compliance issues with FiveM’s policies.

Any clarification, experience, or guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

2

Nobody can give you a 100% answer, but in general - research whether any of the assets you’re trying to use are copyrighted or otherwise protected against reuse in some way, that’ll give you the answer. Generally using IRL names and mimicking operational structures, policies etc is fine, but logos and other specific graphics are more of an issue

1 Like
3

Don’t use the real names or logos, roleplay with real-world militaries, militias and law enforcement agencies is not allowed.

2 Likes