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Early law enforcement awards were often pins and badges awarded on a case-by-case basis. Standardized law enforcement awards began to appear once police departments began issuing more codified and structured uniform regulations. [1] Originally, law enforcement awards were rarely awarded, and then only for acts of heroism or bravery.
DEA Purple Heart Award: Drug Enforcement Administration: Individuals who had lost their lives or been seriously injured enforcing the drug laws of the United States. [14] [15] United States: FBI Honorary Medals: Federal Bureau of Investigation: Exceptional acts by FBI employees and other law enforcement personnel working with the FBI. [16 ...
Awards and decorations of United States law enforcement agencies (2 C, 6 P) Pages in category "Law enforcement awards and honors" The following 59 pages are in this category, out of 59 total.
This award was later superseded to its current form with the enactment of the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor Act of 2001 (Pub. L. 107–12 (text), 115 Stat. 20, H.R. 802, May 30, 2001). It is still awarded and presented by the President of the United States but now it is done in the name of the United States Congress as recommended by the ...
Awards and decorations of the New York City Police Department (4 P) Pages in category "Awards and decorations of United States law enforcement agencies" The following 6 pages are in this category, out of 6 total.
The Star of Texas Awards is a prestigious American law enforcement medal and award of the State of Texas that was designed to honor Texas peace officers (law enforcement officers), firefighters, emergency medical first responders, and federal law enforcement officers who have lost their lives or sustained serious injuries while performing their duties.
Law enforcement officers are recognized at the annual STOP-DWI Law Enforcement Awards for their work in keeping roads safe from drunk, drugged, and impaired drivers at the recognition breakfast on ...
Traditionally, they might be given to prove membership when asked and to enhance morale. They are also collected by service members and law enforcement personnel. Historically, challenge coins were presented by unit commanders in recognition of special achievement by a member of the unit.