2-301.02 - Medal of Valor

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2-301.01 - Medal of Honor
2-301.03 - Department Purple Heart Medal

2-301.02 - Medal of Valor

  • Summary: Recognizes officers for exceptional courage in life-threatening situations.
  • Effective Date: 07-01-2022
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Policy

The Medal of Valor may be awarded to any MPD employee for an act of bravery that demonstrates obvious self-sacrifice in the face of death or serious physical injury.

The Medal of Valor sworn recipient shall receive a commemorative medal with red ribbon, and a red uniform bar. The Medal of Valor civilian recipient shall receive a plaque.

 

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2-301.01 - Medal of Honor
2-301.03 - Department Purple Heart Medal

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