Personal appearance and Awards Chapter 7

A type of uniform worn by deputies on active status with S.E.R.T. It features specific details like patch colors, buttons, and badge placement.

A type of uniform worn by K-9 deputies on active status. The K-9 uniform shares many similarities with other deputy uniforms but features a distinct embroidered badge and specific name plate details.

A type of uniform worn by Detention/Patrol deputies on active status. This uniform features characteristics like patch colors, buttons, and badge placement.

This material is found on all the S.E.R.T., K-9, and Detention/Patrol uniforms. This is used to create the long or short sleeve shirts worn by deputies.

This is a type of uniform component often worn by deputies. It is typically made from the Polyester/Cotton Blend material and features a distinct style with pleated cargo pockets and hip pockets with flaps.

Awarded to employees for their years of service with the Sheriff's Office.

Each star designates five years of service with the Sheriff's Office.

Each bar designates two years of service with the Sheriff's Office.

A type of uniform accessory worn by deputies who have met specific training and certification requirements.

These are worn by deputies assigned to the Public Safety Communications Center (PSCC) who meet minimum licensing standards.

This uniform is worn by personnel on active status with the Sheriff's Academy. It consists of a black polo shirt made of a polyester/cotton blend, with no epaulets or patches. Firearms instructors may wear a red polo on range days.

This attire can be worn by CID sworn personnel while engaging in business office activities. It includes a long or short-sleeved, button-down dress shirt with a Sheriff's patch on the left and an optional name and rank on the right. It must be worn with dress attire.

This uniform component is made from a polyester blend (excluding red) with the Sheriff's patch on the left side of the shirt, and a badge with the officer's number on the right.

The Sheriff's Academy and CID Sworn personnel uniforms share the same type of button for their shirts.

When embroidered on the Sheriff's Academy uniform, Sgts. and above have a gold name plate while other personnel have a silver name plate.

The highest award presented by the BCSO. Awarded to deputies and detention officers who display great courage in life-threatening situations, knowing the risks involved.

Recognizes deputies and detention officers for actions involving significant risk to their personal safety while performing their duty.

Awarded to deputies and detention officers who directly saved a human life. The victim must be in immediate danger and survive for 24 hours after the event.

This award is presented to deputies and detention officers who distinguish themselves by providing outstanding service to the BCSO and/or the citizens of Bexar County.

An award given to a deputy or detention officer who was injured or killed while facing a hostile person or situation during their duty.

A reward given to officers who demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities and contributions to the profession. They exhibit ongoing and exceptional growth with a strong career trajectory, demonstrating a likelihood of forward advancement to the highest level.

An award presented to deputies and detention officers who exhibit exemplary actions at a particular incident, demonstrating qualities like judgment, courage, teamwork, and immediate response to a law enforcement event.

This award is given to deputies and detention officers who distinguish themselves by their exemplary actions or a continued course of actions, demonstrating use of judgment, teamwork, and management skills that benefit the community.

An award presented to both sworn and non-sworn employees who demonstrate exemplary service to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office.

This award is presented to a unit or division that has demonstrated exceptional merit through outstanding achievements or services. The unit must be nominated and include member information.

Awarded to deputies and detention officers who have successfully completed the Law Enforcement Patrol Orientation Course and Patrol Training Officer Program - showcasing their expertise in patrol operations.

Recognizes sworn or non-sworn employees for their dedication to volunteer work within the community. This showcases their commitment beyond their official duties.

Recognizes citizens who have demonstrated exemplary actions in high-risk situations involving significant risk or harm, acknowledging their bravery and commitment to safety.