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Under what circumstances would the Sheriff's Office be obligated to provide honors for a deceased officer?
Under what circumstances would the Sheriff's Office be obligated to provide honors for a deceased officer?
Who can request the services of the Honor Guard directly?
Who can request the services of the Honor Guard directly?
What is required of Honor Guard members regarding funerals for officers killed in the line of duty?
What is required of Honor Guard members regarding funerals for officers killed in the line of duty?
How are non-supervisory members of the Honor Guard appointed?
How are non-supervisory members of the Honor Guard appointed?
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What type of compensation can Honor Guard members receive for participating in ceremonies while off-duty?
What type of compensation can Honor Guard members receive for participating in ceremonies while off-duty?
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What is the primary purpose of the Bexar County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard?
What is the primary purpose of the Bexar County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard?
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In the event of a Sheriff's Deputy killed in the line of duty, which of the following is NOT a service provided by the Honor Guard?
In the event of a Sheriff's Deputy killed in the line of duty, which of the following is NOT a service provided by the Honor Guard?
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If a Sheriff's Deputy, who is also a former military member, dies in the line of duty, what sequence of flag presentation is followed?
If a Sheriff's Deputy, who is also a former military member, dies in the line of duty, what sequence of flag presentation is followed?
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Who is authorized to direct the participation of the Honor Guard in ceremonies?
Who is authorized to direct the participation of the Honor Guard in ceremonies?
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For the funeral of a non-service connected active duty deputy, or a retired deputy, what flag presentation is provided?
For the funeral of a non-service connected active duty deputy, or a retired deputy, what flag presentation is provided?
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Study Notes
Honor Guard Procedure
- This procedure details the Honor Guard's functions, membership, and procedures for various ceremonies.
Policy
- The Bexar County Sheriff's Honor Guard recognizes active and retired deputies who die on or off-duty, as well as officers from other agencies killed in the line of duty.
- Active duty deputies receiving awards or promotions, and deputies retiring are also honored.
Procedures
- Honor Guard participation involves ceremonies requested by or directed by the Sheriff, Chief Deputy, or a designee.
- These ceremonies include: funerals, sheriff's office graduations, departmental awards, promotions, retirements, and other ceremonies.
- For a deputy killed in the line of duty: Honor Guard, Colors, Taps, Honor Watch, and the folding and presentation of the Texas flag (unless the deputy was a former military member).
- For an officer from another agency killed in the line of duty : Two Honor Guard members, plus Deputies of the Traffic Safety Unit(if available).
Death Under Less Than Honorable Conditions
- For deaths under less honorable conditions, the Sheriff's office does not provide any assistance or honors.
Honor Guard Requests
- Requests for services are made in writing to the Office of the Sheriff or the Honor Guard Supervisor.
- Family members will forward requests through the Supervisor, for approval.
Membership in Honor Guard
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This is a voluntary organization.
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Any sworn member of the department can join.
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Membership is apart from regular duty assignments.
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All members must be willing to participate in local funerals for officers killed in the line of duty.
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Membership composed of one supervisor and deputies.
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Non-supervisory members appointed by the Honor Guard supervisor.
Member requirements
- Members must attend scheduled training as directed by the supervisor.
- Membership is voluntary; members can leave at any time.
Compensation
- Compensatory time off is provided while participating in Honor Guard ceremonies.
- Special assignments for on-duty participation in ceremonies.
- Administrative assignment for out of town ceremonies.
- Per-diem pay, if applicable.
Uniforms and Equipment
- The Sheriff's Office provides uniformed equipment, uniforms, and transportation necessary for Honor Guard services.
- Any personal items are the responsibility of the member.
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This quiz covers the procedures and policies of the Bexar County Sheriff's Honor Guard, detailing their functions and how they honor deputies and officers. Participants will learn about the various ceremonies and events that involve Honor Guard participation, as well as the significance of honoring fallen officers.
