The Shicksaw Council is pleased to offer virtual merit badges during the COVID-19 lockdown! We will offer the Legal Merit badge in two separate courses via the Zoom videoconferencing platform. Participation is free; However, all Scouts must have the approval of the Scout Leader to begin work on the badge. Printable Start Sheet for All Scouts BSA Badge of Merit While working on the requirements for the Legal Badge of Merit, Scouts learn about the history of law and the difference between civil law and criminal law. They research different areas of law and discover careers related to legal issues.