Alabama Highway Patrol Since 1972, the Alabama State Troopers have proudly displayed Alabama’s Coat-of-Arms on their shoulder patch. The beginning of the 1970s marked a new look for Alabama’s State Troopers with a new patch designed by the Department of Public Safety. Alabama’s important role in our nation’s history makes the patch most appropriate. It features a reproduction of Alabama’s Coat-of-Arms, which was officially adopted by the Legislature in 1939.

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The Coat-of-Arms consists of a shield on which appear the emblems of the five governments that have held sovereignty over Alabama, either in whole or in part, for 400 years – Spain, France, Great Britain, the United States, the Confederacy, and again the United States. This shield is supported on both sides by eagles, symbols of courage. The crest is a model of the ship in which Iberville and Bienville sailed to our country from France and settled the first Colony of Europeans in the Mobile Country in 1699. The ship is significant also of the face that Alabama is a maritime state. The motto beneath the shield in Latin is “Audemus jura nostra defendere” which means “We Dare Defend Our Rights.”. Chandler, AZ Police Department The patch, dsigned in 1976 is a rendering of the Arizona State Seal and Flag combined into one emblem. The center of the patch is the State Seal which depicts the agricultural and mining background of the State.

The words DITAT DEUS means 'God Enriches.' Surrounding the seal is a large copper star which represents Statehood for Arizona and incorporation for the City of Chandler, both of which occurred in 1912. The star is superimposed over the State flag representing the emergence of the Copper State. Little Rock, AR Police Department The patch is a replica of our city seal with the bottom curvature identifying it as the police department patch. The gold outer portion of the patch characterizes our economic past and potential for future growth. The oak leaves which encircle the outer edge of the seal represent the vast forest and lumber industries so vital to economic development in the state. The blue below the green grass represents the plentiful water so natural to our city by virtue of lakes, springs and the navigable Arkansas River.

The blue sky and the greenery represent the natural beauty of our city. The white star designates the Capital rising above “The Little Rock”. This protruding cliff, discovered in 1722 by French explorer Bernard de LaHarpe, gave Little Rock its name.

California Highway Patrol The CHP's shoulder patch was adopted in 1948 following legislation that elevated the CHP to full departmental status. The patch's blue and gold colors are the official state colors.

Centered in the blue field is the CHP's seven-point badge, each point representing a trait of a professional law enforcement officer: Character, Integrity, Knowledge, Judgment, Honor, Loyalty, and Courtesy. Superimposed on the badge is the official Great Seal of California. Keeping watch over the tableau is the armed figure of Minerva, Roman goddess of arts and science, who is wise in peace and war. According to mythology, Minerva was born full grown, springingvfrom brain of Jupiter, father of the Gods. California, one of the few states granted statehood without the usual probationary period as a territory, was similary born 'full grown.' The California grizzly bear stands at Minerva's feet. The bear is a symbol of strength and independence.

Grape leaves represent agricultural production; the miner, industry; the San Francisco Bay, commerce. The Sierra Nevada, together with the desert cactus, depicts geographical diversity. The official state motto, 'Eureka' (I have found it), overarches the entire scene.

Jefferson County, CO Sheriff's Office The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office was founded on November 7, 1859 and survives today as one of Colorado’s original law enforcement agencies, and the largest full-service sheriff’s office in the state. The patch, unveiled in 2000, symbolizes the western heritage of Jefferson County and its Sheriff’s Office.

It was re-created – using the original patch created in 1949 – to mark the Sheriff’s Office transition from the 20 th to 21 st Centuries. Our own Captain Dan Gard and Sgt. Richard “J.J.” Webb, longtime veterans of the Sheriff’s Office, designed the patch.

Design symbols on the patch include: Black Background – honors our colleagues who have given their lives in service to our community Gold Lettering – symbolizes the gold fever that brought prospectors and settlers to our area Barbed wire – evokes memories of early ranches on our plains Blue skies and cumulus clouds – the brilliant canopy of Colorado Red rocks – dramatic rock formations found in the county Mounted horseman and traditional five-point stars – remind us of challenges faced by frontier lawmen. The horseman is wearing the dark green uniform of today’s deputy sheriffs. Florida Highway Patrol 1943- Present In the spring of 1951, Lieutenant Clay W. Keith's idea of a single shoulder patch on the right shoulder impressed Colonel Neil Kirkman so much, in the fall meeting of the International Association of Chiefs of Police in Washington, D.C., he presented the concept. Within a short time, every Highway Patrol and State Police organization in the United States adopted the idea. The patch appeared in a magazine published by the Florida Peace Officers Association and soon all of Florida's law enforcement agencies adopted the idea While the patch gave the Florida Highway Patrol national publicity, Lieutenant Keith's ideas gave Major J. Wallace Smith (Budget Officer) nightmares.

The Patrol did not have the funding in the budget to cover the patches. Colonel Kirkman could not wait until the next year's session to ask for funding, so he informed Major Smith to locate the necessary funds. Shoulder patches at that time cost approximately 22 cents each, so with 255 Patrolmen, each with 6 shirts, the conversion cost was $337. History does not record how Major Smith obtained the necessary funding. Ocoee, FL Police Department The patch of the Ocoee Police Department incorporates Ocoee’s city logo, which features the city’s motto, a traditional city streetscape, a banner emblazoned with the city’s name, and a person in a canoe on a lake, all combined to reflect Ocoee’s sense of identity and community. The American flag is used to represent the police department’s faithful and exceptional dedication to all whom the department serves and protects.

A patch with a star field left side of the flag worn on the left shoulder of the uniform. A patch with a star field on the right side of the flag is worn on the right shoulder of the uniform. Seminole Trible, FL Police Department Old Patch From 1980 - 2003 The original Department of Law Enforcement Patch used a standard Bureau of Indian Affairs portrait which was carried over to the revised patch. 2008-Present In 2008 the Patch was redesigned to its current look by adding the official logo of the Tribe, along with the traditional “medicine” colors and Chickee, which represents the family unit living quarters utilized by Seminoles up until the last decade and still has ceremonial and recreational use today. West Palm Beach, FL Police Department Motor Unit The modern uniform was developed in the 1930’s, as it was recognized that wool uniforms did not serve the officers very well in the sub-tropic climates. The blue uniform had a triangular patch, orang in color with the initials WPBPB on it.

It is not known when the patch was first used, however; it was discontinued in 1948. Photographs exist of this patch and only one original patch has ever been located in a private collection. The uniform was switched to cotton and tan in color, much to the relief of anyone who was expected to wear one. The shirt had a half moon shoulder patch depicting a palm tree and a bright yellow sun.

West Palm Beach was embroidered in an arc across the top. The bottom was flat and simply said Police. This patch was in use from 1948 to 1980. The tan uniform was used form the 1930’s until 1980 when Chief John Jameson ordered the uniforms traded in for new, navy blue light weight cotton-polyester blend zipper front shirts with light weight matching pants.

The leather went from brown to black, used Velcro and made of Plastic, much easier to maintain than the natural leather. When the change was made in the shirt color, the shoulder patch was changed. Captain James Griffin designed the shield-shaped patch, which depicted a blue state of Florida on a Silver background. This patch was used for six years and then updated by removing the State of Florida and adding a very colorful City Sal, which is currently in use.

Iowa State Patrol Chief John Hattery and an instructor Sergeant from Maryland State Police went to the State Historical Building in Des Moines in the early summer of 1935 in search an appropriate design for planned patch for Iowa Highway Safety Patrol. On display, they observed medals struck by the U.S. Mint of various designs. The most pleasing and meaningful to them was the gold medal commemorating the Louisiana Purchase exposition.

The exposition was held in St. Louis in 1904 commemorating the transfer of northern Louisiana. Forty-two states and fifty-three nations took part in the exposition.

Since Iowa was a very important part of this purchase, they decided to use the shape of this medal for the first patch of the Iowa Highway Safety Patrol. The Iowa State Patrol insignia is protected under state copyright laws. Louisiana State Police The Louisiana State Police shoulder patch has been worn with pride and dignity by Troopers for over sixty years. The patch design was first created in 1936, the year the Louisiana State Police was formed. This design remains virtually unchanged to this day. The shoulder patch, commonly referred to as the “boot,” is shaped much like the state and symbolizes a commitment to the citizens of Louisiana.

The LSP is one of four state police which fashions its shoulder patch in the outline of its home state. Within the “boot” design is the state seal of Louisiana. The seal displays the state bird, the Brown Pelican, perched in a nest tearing flesh from its own breast to feed its young. Encircling the pelican is the state motto: “Union, Justice, Confidence.”.

East Baton Rouge, LA Sheriff's Office The flag represents our nation, the pelican our state, EBR our parish and thee Flur de lis’s incorporated into the star, the City of Baton Rouge. We maintained thee six-pointed star because it is traditional for thee parish. The 11 stripes and the top 9 stars as a reminder of 911 and thee first responders that served our nation in the tragedy. The large star is in honor of Flight 93 and thee brave men and women that sacrifice for our country. The bottom 3 stars are a reminder of thee there terrorist targets Wear it proudly and withe honor.

Mississippi Highway Patrol The uniform patch worn by officers of the Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol was designed by the Legislature in 1894. The blue background of the Highway Patrol patch is centered by an eagle with extended pinions, holding a palm branch in the right talon and a bundle of arrows in the left talon. The red, white and blue on the eagle's chest is symbolic of the American Flag.

Woven onto the patch is the State motto of Mississippi, 'Virtute et Armis,' meaning 'By Valor and Arms,' and the words 'Mississippi Highway Patrol'. Biloxi, MS Police Department The current uniform patch of the Biloxi Police Department was derived from a Biloxi Chamber of Commerce Mardi Gras doubloon and implemented as a patch in 1973. The Patch features the landmark Biloxi lighthouse surrounded by the eight flags which have govered Biloxi since the city was established in 1699. Clockwise from top are the Mississippi State, French Fleur-de-lis, British Union Jack, Royal Standard of Spain, Republic of Florida Bonnie Blue, Mississippi Territory, the Confederate States of America and the United States of America flags. Missouri Highway Patrol The Missouri State Highway Patrol was created by law September 14, 1931.

The organization was modeled after the military and as such, adopted a military-style uniform bearing no shoulder patch. In 1937 the Patrol began wearing the present shoulder patch on the left sleeve of the uniform blouse; in 1944 the shoulder patch was added to the left sleeve of the uniform shirt. The shoulder patch appeared on both sleeves of the shirt blouse, and new thermal jacket in 1977, and by 1980 the Patrol had added it to both shoulders of the parka.

The design of the patch is depicted in gold trim on a blue field. Patrol’s uniforms are French blue. Centered on the patch is an abbreviated replica of the Official Seal of the state of Missouri. The central portion of the coat of arms is separated into two halves, the right side of which displays the coat of the United States, consisting of the eagle with arrows in its talons beneath a constellation of stars representing the states.

In genealogy, quadrupeds are the most honorable bearers. The great grizzly bear being almost peculiar to the Missouri River and its tributaries, and remarkable for its prodigious size, strength, and courage, is borne in the lower left side of the division and is the principal charge of the Missouri shield. The color of the shield is red and denotes hardiness and valor. The crescent, in heraldry, is borne on the shield by the second son, and on the Missouri shield the crescent denotes that Missouri was the second state (Louisiana being the first) formed out of the territory not within the original territorial limits of the United States and admitted to the Union. The crescent also denotes the growing situation of this state as to inhabitants, wealth, power, etc. The color blue on which the crescent rests signifies vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

The coat of arms is surrounded by a band and bound by a buckle, denoting the connection existing between two governments and showing that, although connected by a compact, the state is independent as to internal concerns. Over the coat of arms proper is the crest, and, in this case, is a helmet full faced grated with six bars that represent strength, enterprise, and hardihood. The helmet, peculiarly on this coat of arms, is that assigned to sovereigns only. Finally, the seal is supported on each side by a Missouri grizzly bear, rampant guardant proper standing on a scroll inscribed with the motto, “Service and Protection.” From the Patrol’s creation, the members were constantly reminded their mission was to fairly and objectively enforce the law while treating people with dignity and respect and to provide “Service and Protection” to the people traveling the highways of the state of Missouri.

Henderson, NV Police Department This Henderson Police Department patch was developed and instituted by Henderson Police Officers in conjunction with Henderson’s 50 th Anniversary. The patch depicts nationally and internationally recognized symbols. It includes images symbolizing family strength, and protection. The word “Police”, in capital letters and bold print, easily identifies the wearer as a Police Officer. Dark, cobalt blue fills the background of the patch – same color found in the state flag, which was designed to represent Nevada’s support of the Union during the Civil War. The patch is bordered by 50 stars, one for each of the 50 states.

At the center of the patch, a silhouette of Nevada is outlined in silver representing the Silver State. Within Nevada’s outline is a depiction of “family” represented by three figures holding hands and walking along a path in a natural setting. A bald eagle is superimposed over Nevada’s silhouette beneath the family, with wings extended and talons flared. The eagle posturing represents protection and guardianship. Oak leaves extended from Henderson banner representing power, protection, strength, endurance, triumph, prosperity, sacrifice, guardianship, liberation, success, and stability. Las Vegas, NV Metropolitan Police Department In July 1973, the City of Las Vegas Police Department and the Clark County Sheriff’s Department consolidated to form the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Consolidation brought change to all areas of both departments, from patch to the color of patrol vehicles. The embroidered inner circle is a combination of the City of Las Vegas Seal and the Seal of Clark County. The skyscrapers represent the Las Vegas Hotel and Business community. Hoover Dam and the cactus are representative of Clark County. East Orange, NJ Police Department The original shoulder patch was a triangular shape, black in color with a yellow border with the words “East Orange Police NJ” embroidered in yellow lettering on the patch.

The original patch remained in use until the early 1970’s when the current shoulder patch was instituted. The design of this patch is a shield which is also black in color with a yellow border.

The patch incorporates the image of the State of New Jersey with red star in the center of the image. The words “East Orange and Police” are on the outside of a circle.

Between yellow and red bands the words “At the Crossroads of New Jersey” are written. The red star and the words at the crossroads of New Jersey refers to East Orange’s centralized location within the State and two of New Jersey’s major highway that intersect within the City’s borders. Keyport, NJ Police Department Donated by Ray Griffith Motor 6 The Borough of Keyport is located at the northern end of Monmouth County along with the New Jersey Coast line and the Raritan Bay. Keyport was incorporated in 1830.

Later becoming a town in 1870 and a borough in 1908. Only one square mile in size.

Keyport is home to nearly 8000 residents. Keyport is best known as the steamboat capital of New Jersey, where from 1829 to 1877, several hundred steam vessels were built in the ship yards here. The first successful seaplane was built and tested here, as well as the first Air-Mail pick-up. In 1903 noted entertainer Fred Astaire made his Vaudeville debut at the Place Theater. Keyport had organized Law Enforcement as early as 1850 when a town marshal or constable were assigned to patrol the business district and wharf area.

The Keyport Police Department was officially begun on December 13, 1926 and today consists of a Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Detective Sargent, three detectives, four Patrol Sergeant’s, nine Patrolmen, One K-9 officer, four full time Dispatchers. The department also has five Special Police Officers, two Part time Dispatchers and two civilian office staff.

Thirteen patrol units are utilized as well as three bicycles and one Dare van. An active bicycle patrol operates seasonally. Other Special programs include Tow Dare officers, Two Crime Prevention/ Community policing officers one in the T.R.I.A.D. Program for the senior citizens. North Dakota Highway Patrol The North Dakota Patrol symbol is a profile of Red Tomahawk, a Teton Dakotah (Sioux) Indian who had lived on his land near the Cannonball River on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation near Mandan, North Dakota.

As a Sioux warrior, Red Tomahawk participated in several tribal wars which stemmed from hunting to territorial disputes between tribes. However, with the signing of the Treaty of Minehanska, all acts of hostility between whites and Indians were to be forgiven and forgotten. Red Tomahawk, the subchief, became a friend of the whites and encouraged harmony among all Americans, native and immigrant. The North Dakota Highway Patrol officially adoptd the profile of Red Tomahawk as the patrol vehicle door emblem and department symbol in 1951. Cary, NC Police Department The patch of Cary, North Carolina Police Department was developed in 1996 by a local artist. The state is depicted in the Center of the patch, superimposed by a clock that stands in the city’s historic downtown. The triangle represents the area of the state where Cary is located – between Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, known as the Research Triangle Park.

The Cary Police Department is nationally accredited and is the second largest law enforcement agency in Wake County. The Town of Cary is continually ranked one of the nation’s safest and best places to live, work, play and raise a family. Lawton, OK Police Department The patch has the state outlined in the middle. It represents the heart of America. The blue color was borrowed from the Choctaw Indian soldiers flag carried during the Civil War. The Osage warrior shield, seven Eagle feathers, peace pipe and olive branch are representative of Oklahoma’s tremendous native Indian heritage. It also has six white crosses representing high ideas.

The buffalo, to the left of the state outline, depicts the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge that is just north of Lawton and borders Ft. It has a very large game preserve for the buffalo, longhorn cattle and numerous other wildlife. The cannon at the bottom of the patch is representative of Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. It is the largest U.S.

Army artillery base in America. It is the North boundary of Lawton. Oklahoma City, OK Police Department In the history of the Oklahoma City Police Department, Officers utilized patches to identify the specific unit to which the officer was assigned. The various unit insignias continued until January 1966, when a single Police patch was adopted bearing the seal of the City of Oklahoma City. THE GREAT SEAL Shield: Symbol of the law and protection Hatchet and Stake: Symbolize the 89’ers staking land claims in the “Oklahoma Country” and the staking of lots the day of the “Run”, April 22, 1889, on the site of Oklahoma City.

Plow: Symbol of pioneer agriculture in the Oklahoma Country in 1889. The plow is in the seal of the original Creek Nation, in which country Oklahoma City is located. Dolog Akf Software Informer here. Pipe: Symbol of the Indian Peace Pipe Smoked in Indian Council Pendant of Eagle: Symbolize the great eagle in flight revered by the Indians Feathers: Significant of high aims Atomic Symbol: Symbol of industrial and scientific future Post Oak Leaves: Symbolize Council Grove, an area of post oak forests where Jess Chishom established a trading station that was the meeting place of Indian, military and trade councils.

The area was set aside in 1889 as a source for the timber used to build Fort Reno. A historic marker on west 10 th Street marks the location of Council Grove and commemorates its role in Oklahoma City history. Portland, OR Police Department The shoulder patch has the seal of the City of Portland within its center. This seal, adopted in 1878, consists of a female figure in its center representing Commerce. Her right hand is holding a trident; her left hand is pointing to a sheaf of wheat and a forest. At the feet of Commerce, is a cog wheel and a hammer.

On her right, a steamship is coming into port; Mount Hood is in the background. A depiction of the badge currently worn by Portland Police officers is on the cover. Sioux Falls, SD Police Department The current patch worn by Sioux Falls Police Officers was adopted in 1992. The center of the patch represents two of Sioux Falls’ most recognizable landmarks. The falls of the Big Sioux River are the natural heart of the city upon which the name is based. The Big Sioux River was formed centuries ago, as the last ice age came to a close. Massive glaciers cut deeply into the quartzite bedrock, creating the falls and depositing the clay loam soil that was to be some of the most productive farmland in South Dakota.

The clock tower of the Old Courthouse can be seen from every direction in the city. Built in 1889 of Sioux quartzite, the Courthouse is now home to the Siouxland Heritage Museum. The Old Courthouse stands as one of Sioux Falls’ instantly recognizable landmarks. Chattanooga, TN Police Department This patch is worn with pride by all uniformed members of the Chattanooga Police Department. The patch shows the city surrounded by mountain ridges the Tennessee River winding around Moccasin Bend and a Civil War cannon at the edge of Lookout Mountain. The red 1852 signifies the date of creation of the city’s first police department.

By 1883 the Chattanooga population was over 18,000 with a police force of one chief, one assistant chief and ten patrolmen. Today the department has grown to over 470 sworn officers. Franklin, TN Police Department The Franklin Police Department patch proudly reflects the heritage of the City of Franklin. This patch was designed by Franklin resident and former City Alderman Dan Klatt in 2010. The center seal, depicting the columns and portico of the County’s historic courthouse, splits the date “1799,” reflecting the establishment of the City.

The Department’s core values, embodied by our staff, of providing the community with the most Professional, most Progressive, and the most Responsive police agency in Tennessee wraps the historic courthouse center seal. Flag and state of Tennessee flag symbolize the patriotism and fraternity of law enforcement professionals, not only in our stat, but nationwide. Hendersonville, TN Police Department The shoulder patch of the Hendersonville, Tennessee Police Department depicts sunny Old Hickory Lake, the focal point of the city. The sailboat represents the numerous recreational activities of the lakeside community.

The Canadian goose was transplanted from the North and now thrives on the shores of Old Hickory Lake. The three cogs represent the city’s solid, and growing business and industrial foundation, and the bond of business, industry, government, and our citizens to work together to enhance the quality of life in Hendersonville. In 1972, the Hendersonville Public Safety Department was established. The transition and development of the Hendersonville Police Department occurred in 1981. The present headquarters of the Hendersonville Police Department was opened in 1992. The Hendersonville Police Department’s jurisdiction encompasses an area of 32 square miles, 470 road miles, and 26 square miles of shoreline. The City of Hendersonville currently has a population of 48,000 and is growing daily.

Fort Worth, TX Police Department The current Fort Worth Police Department shoulder patch was adopted in 1977. THE SHIELD shape of the patch is recognition of the shield as a symbol of protection.

THE STAR represents the shape of the badge of Law and Order of the frontier days and thereby its recognition of the founding of law enforcement in the country. It is also a symbol representative of the widely known slogan of the “Lone Star State.” THE UNBROKEN RING LOCK in the star depicts unity, solidarity and continuance of purpose in law enforcement. THE LONGHORN STEER figure in the center of the star represents the historic western culture of Fort Worth. In approximately 1915 the Fort Worth Police Department adopted the current badge. The badge is in the shape of a shield with a panther on top. The panther is historically significant, as Fort Worth’s nickname is Panther City. In 1875 the Dallas Herald published an article by a former Fort Worth lawyer, Robert E.

Cowart, who wrote that the decimation of Fort Worth’s population, caused by the economic disaster and hard winter of 1873 which dealt a severe blow to the cattle industry, combined with the railroad stopping the laying of track thirty miles outside of Fort Worth had caused Fort Worth to become such a drowsy place that he saw a panther asleep in the street by the courthouse. The nickname Panther City was enthusiastically embraced when in 1876 Fort Worth recovered economically and many businesses and organizations were named Panther. Vermont State Police The Vermont State Police shoulder patch is a modification of the Great Seal of Vermont and the State’s Coat of Arms originally designed by Ira Allen of the Green Mountain Boys’ fame.

The Mountain pecks are Camel’s Hump and Mount Mansfield as viewed from a point opposite Burlington. It is believed that Samuel de Champlain, the “Discoverer” of Vermont, first saw area from that vantage point. The view also services as a constant reminder of the beauty of the Green Mountains. The tall pine tree represents one presumably visible from the windows of the home of our first head of state, Governor Thomas Chittenden. The wooded hills stand out sharply as they actually do on a bright October day.

Beneath the hills are sheaves of grain and a grazing cow depicting Vermont’s agricultural can dairying industries. And above it all is a deer’s head attesting to the States abundant wildlife.

The Vermont State Police shoulder patch was adopted in 1947 by Major General Meritt A. Edson, the first Commissioner. Virginia State Police The Virginia State Police uniform shoulder patch was designed by a member of the Department in 1949, adopted in 1950 and used continuously since that time. It is worn on the sleeves of all uniform shirts, blouses and winter jackets.

The patch design consists of the obverse of the Great Seal of Virginia. The Latin phrase, Sic Semper Tyrannis, means Thus Always to Tyrants and has been the motto of Virginia since 1776, twelve years prior to the Commonwealth’s ratification as the tenth State in 1788. This seal also is included in the design of the State flag, adopted in 1930. The central figure of the Great Seal depicts the Roman goddess Virtus dressed as an Amazon.

The Amazons were a mythical race of warrior women who fought against men and who inhabited Southern Europe. She personifies enduring patience in trials, constancy under stress, resolution, unfailing exertion, and dedication to the Commonwealth of Virginia.

By attitude, Virtus is at peace and intends to stay at peace. Although warfare may be over, she is prepared to stamp out any tyrant or form of tyranny. The spear is held point down to indicate she has temporarily finished using it. Her helmet is pushed back to clear the face. In her left hand is a sheathed parazonium, a short Greek sword that is considered more a badge of honor than a weapon. With head proudly erect and face upright, Virtus rests her left foot on the prostrate male figure who personifies tyranny. The crown which has fallen from his head originally symbolized freedom from Britain and the oppression of the Crown, the sundered chains freedom from Britain’s restrictions, and the scourge under the figure’s left hand freedom from Britain’s punitive measures such as the Intolerable Acts which were instrumental in provoking the Revolutionary War.

Thus, Virginia personified stands as the victor over oppression, dedicated to service with firm patience and ever willing to fight tyranny should it become necessary. Albemarle County, VA Police Department The Albemarle County Police Department was officially formed on July 1, 1984. The Patch is worn by our officers on both shoulders of the uniform shirt. The Albemarle County Seal forms the centerpiece of the Albemarle County Police Patch. The patch represents the farming lands and scenic beauty found in Albemarle County as well as the reference to the University of Virginia which was founded by Thomas Jefferson.

In the background of the seal can be seen the beautiful skyline and Blue Ridge Mountains. In the center of the patch, a hand holding equal rights denotes the justice which any government must provide. You will also notice the patch includes the beautiful dogwood bloom, which is the state flower. City of Fairfax, VA Police Department The town of Fairfax Police Department was established in 1949.

It was changed to the City of Fairfax Police Department in 1961. The police department had four patches prior to the current patch. The first patch was a triangle with “Fairfax Town Police Va.” on it. The second patch stated “Fairfax Town Police VA.” With a monument and cannon in the background. In 1961 the word town was removed from the patch. When the town became a city, the patch again was changed. It read “Fairfax City Police Virginia” with a cannon and the monument on top of city hall.

In 1980, the City of Fairfax Police Department changed the uniform shoulder patch to the current style. In 1973 the City of Fairfax adopted the city’s Coat of Arms, created by the College of Arms in London, England. The crest of the Coat of Arms has a mural crown representing a circular stone wall, which symbolizes a city. On top of the crown is a seated Griffin. The Griffin is half eagle and half lion. The Griffin represents the alliance between America and England, and recalls the founding of the Virginia colony by England.

Endowed with strength, it is supposed to act as a guardian of the treasures. The lion in the shield has its feet and claws extended symbolizing the defending of a city. The colors of red, white and blue are those of both England and the United States.

The colonial dressed supporter represents Thomas, the sixth Lord of Fairfax, from whom the City was named. The other supporter of the crest represents a Confederate soldier, Captain John Quincy Marr, who was the first combat death in the battle of Fairfax Courthouse during the Civil War. There is a marker on the Courthouse lawn that reminds us of the event and of that part of history for the City of Fairfax. The motto, “Fare Fac” was used by the Fairfax family and means “speak-do” or “say it and do it”. Bremerton, WA Police Department The U.S.S. Missouri, “Might Mo,” berthed in Bremerton for most of her retirement days.

The peace treaty with the Empire of Japan was signed on her deck in August of 1945 in Tokyo Bay ending hostilities of World War II. She has 12 – 16” guns each capable of firing a projectile 25 miles. The Hammerhead crane is the world’s largest. With single hook, it is capable of lifting 280,000 deadweight pounds.

With two hooks on the same line it is capable of lifting 560,000 pounds. The Hammerhead is located in the Bremerton Naval Shipyard and is seen when approaching Bremerton from land or by water. The Bay depicted is surrounded by slopping tree-covered hills. United States Marshal Donated by Ray Griffith Motor 6 The official seal of the U.S.

Marshals forms the patch for the Nation’s oldest Federal law enforcement agency. The seal is symbolic of the rich heritage and devotion to duty of the men and women of the U.S. Marshals Service.

The silver United States Marshals’ badge, which brought law and order to the Old West, is cast in a blue field which, as in the American flag, is representative of vigilance, perseverance, and justice. The blue field contains 13 stars representative of the first 13 United States Marshals appointed by President Washington and the motto of the United States Marshals – Justice, Integrity, Service. Super –imposed on the badge is the American eagle clutching in its talons the symbolic olive branch and arrows. The eagle’s breastplate shield bears the colors of the American flag under which the United States Marshals serve. The blue field over the red and white stripes on the shield shows the numerals 1789, the year in which the Office of the United States Marshal was created. Surrounding the blue field in which the star is cast is a red ring, symbolic of the hardiness and courage of the United States Marshals and the blood they have lost in upholding the Constitution and laws of the United States.

Outside the red ring is a gold ring bearing the words, “Department of Justice” and “United States Marshal.”.

Flag of the New York City Police Department Motto Fidelis ad mortem (English: 'Faithful Unto Death') Agency overview Formed 1845; 172 years ago ( 1845) Employees 51,304 (of which 36,000 are sworn members) (2016) Annual budget $4.8 billion Legal personality Governmental: Jurisdictional structure Operations jurisdiction of, Map of City of New York Police Department's jurisdiction. Size 468.9 square miles (1,214 km 2) Population 8,550,405 Legal jurisdiction General nature • • Operational structure Headquarters (across the street from ) responsible Agency executive, Chief of Department Parent agency City Administrator's Office Units. • 31 German Shepherds • 3 Bloodhounds Website Footnotes * Division of the country, over which the agency has usual operational jurisdiction.

The New York City Police Department ( NYPD), officially the City of New York Police Department, is the largest force in the. Established in 1845, the agency has primary responsibilities in law enforcement and investigation within the five of. The NYPD is one of the oldest police departments established in the U.S., tracing its roots back to the nineteenth century. The NYPD has a broad array of specialized services, including the,,,,,,, anti-, anti-,, public transportation, and; the and were fully integrated into the NYPD in 1995. According to the department, its mission is to 'enforce the, preserve the peace, reduce fear, and provide for a safe environment.' The department's regulations are compiled in title 38 of the. In June 2004, there were about 40,000 sworn officers plus several thousand civilian employees; in June 2005, the number of officers dropped to 35,000.

As of December 2011, that figure increased slightly to over 36,600, helped by the graduation of a class of 1,500 from the. The NYPD's current authorized uniformed strength is 37,000. There are also approximately 4,500, 5,000, 2,300 Traffic Enforcement Agents, and 370 Traffic Enforcement Supervisors currently employed by the department. The (NYC PBA), the largest municipal police union in the United States, represents over 50,000 active and retired NYC police officers.

The NYPD Intelligence Division & Counter-Terrorism Bureau has officers stationed in 11 cities internationally. In the 1990s the department developed a system of management which has also since been established in other cities. The NYPD is headquartered at, located on in across the street from. The NYPD has extensive investigation and laboratory resources, as well as units which assist with investigations. The NYPD runs a 'Real Time Crime Center', essentially a large search engine and data warehouse operated by detectives to assist officers in the field with their investigations.

A, a joint project of and the NYPD, links 6,000,, and other surveillance devices into an integrated system. Due to its high-profile location in the largest city and media center in the United States, fictionalized versions of the NYPD and its officers have frequently been portrayed in. This section discusses ranks of the NYPD in general. The, Traffic Control Division, and have their own rank and grade structures. Officers begin service with the rank of Probationary Police Officer, also referred to as Recruit Officer. After successful completion of six months of Police Academy training and various academic, physical, and tactical tests, officers graduate from the Police Academy. While officially retaining the title of Probationary Police Officer, graduates are referred to as a Police Officer, or informally as a 'Rookie', until they have completed an additional 18 months probationary period.

There are three career 'tracks' in the NYPD: supervisory, investigative, and specialist. The supervisory track consists of 12 sworn titles, referred to as ranks. Promotion to the ranks of sergeant, lieutenant, and are made via competitive examinations. Promotion to the ranks of deputy inspector, inspector, deputy chief, assistant chief, and chief are made at the discretion of the police commissioner, after successfully passing a series of civil service exams. Promotion from the rank of police officer to is determined by the current police labor contract, with the approval of the commissioner.

The entry level appointment to detective is third grade or specialist. The commissioner may grant discretionary grades of first or second.

These grades offer compensation roughly equivalent to that of supervisors. Specifically, a second grade detective's pay roughly corresponds to a sergeant's and a first grade detective's pay roughly corresponds to a lieutenant's. Detectives are police officers who have been given a more investigatory position but no official supervisory authority. A Detective First Grade still falls under the command of a sergeant or above. Just like detectives, sergeants and lieutenants can receive pay grade increases within their respective ranks. Title Insignia Badge design Badge color Badge number Uniform Chief of Department.

A NYPD police boat patrolling the There are two basic types of: detective-investigators and detective-specialists. Detective-Investigators are the type most people associate with the term 'detective' and are the ones most frequently portrayed on television and in the movies. Most police officers gain their detective title by working in the Narcotics Division of the and are then moved to the.

Detectives assigned to squads are co-located within each precinct and are responsible for investigating,,, and other crimes within that precinct's boundaries. Other detective-investigators are assigned to specialized units at either the major command or citywide level, investigating,,,,,,, major or committed against banks or museums,, contractor fraud and other complex, politically sensitive or high-profile cases. A squad of detective-investigators is also assigned to each of the city's five offices. (Arsons are investigated by The Arson and Explosion Squad as well as, who are part of the.) Promotion from Police Officer to Detective-Investigator is based on investigative experience. Typically, a Police Officer who is assigned to investigative work for 18 months will be designated 'Detective-Investigator' and receive the gold shield and pay increase commensurate with that designation.

In the recent past, however, there has been controversy over the budget-conscious department compelling police officers to work past the 18 months without receiving the new title. Newly appointed detectives start at Detective Third Grade, which has a pay rate roughly between that of Police Officer and Sergeant. As they gain seniority and experience, they can be 'promoted' to Detective Second-Grade, which has a pay grade slightly less than sergeants. Detective First-Grade is an elite designation for the department's most senior and experienced investigators and carries a pay grade slightly less than Lieutenants. All these promotions are discretionary on the part of the Commissioner and can be revoked if warranted.

And while senior detectives can give directions to junior detectives in their own squads, not even the most senior detective can lawfully issue orders to even a junior patrol officer. All Detective grades still fall under the 'chain of command' of the supervisory ranks beginning with Sergeant through Chief of Department. Detectives, like Police Officers, are eligible to take the promotional civil service exams for entry into the supervisory ranks. A lieutenant (white shirt) debriefing officers at in May 2010. While carrying with them increased pay and prestige, none of these Detective grades confer on the holder any supervisory authority. Contrary to some media portrayals, there is no specific rank of 'Detective Sergeant' or 'Detective Lieutenant'. Lieutenants and Sergeants are assigned to oversee Detective squads as Supervisors, and are responsible for all investigations.

There is a small percentage of Lieutenants and Sergeants who work as Investigative Supervisors (approximately equal to 10% of their respective ranks) and are granted the prestigious pay grade designations of 'Sergeant—Supervisor Detective Squad' (SDS), or Lieutenant—Commander Detective Squad (CDS) therefore assuming full Investigative command responsibility as opposed to operational supervision. Their pay grade rises to an approximate midpoint between their normal rank and the next highest rank's pay grade, and similar to a Detective's 'grade', is also a discretionary promotion. This pay grade designation is achieved by assignment to Investigative units, i.e., Internal Affairs Bureau, Counter-Terrorism Bureau, Intelligence Bureau, and. Lieutenants and Sergeants in non-investigatory assignments can be designated Lieutenant-Special Assignment or Sergeant-Special Assignment, pay equivalent to their investigative counterparts. 'Detective-specialists' are a relatively new designation and one unique to the NYPD. In the 1980s, many detectives resented that some officers were being granted the rank of detective in order to give them increased pay and status, but were not being assigned to investigative duties. Need For Speed Most Wanted 1 Download Pc Full Version Free. Examples included officers assigned as bodyguards and drivers to the mayor, police commissioner and other senior officials.

To remedy this situation, the rank of detective-specialist was created. These officers are typically found in specialized units because they possess a unique or esoteric skill the department needs, e.g., crime-scene tech, sharpshooter, bomb technician, scuba instructor, helicopter instructor, sketch artist, etc. Like detective-investigators, detective-specialists start at third-grade and can be promoted to second- or first-grade status. A NYPD motorcycle police officer speaks with a passerby in 2008.

The Department is administered and governed by the, who is appointed by the. Technically, the commissioner serves a five-year term; as a practical matter, the commissioner serves at the Mayor's pleasure. The commissioner in turn appoints numerous deputy commissioners. The commissioner and his subordinate deputies are civilians under an oath of office and are not uniformed members of the force who are sworn officers of the law. However, a police commissioner who comes up from the uniformed ranks retains that status while serving as police commissioner. This has ramifications for their police pensions and the fact that any police commissioner who is considered sworn does not need a pistol permit to carry a firearm, and does retain the statutory powers of a police officer. Some police commissioners (like Ray Kelly) do carry a personal firearm, but they also have a full-time security detail from the Police Commissioner's (Detective) Squad.

A First Deputy Police Commissioner may have a security detail when he/she acts as commissioner or under other circumstances as approved by the police commissioner. Commissioner titles: Title Insignia. These individuals are administrators who supersede the Chief of Department, and they usually specialize in areas of great importance to the Department, such as counterterrorism, operations, training, public information, legal matters, intelligence, and information technology. Despite their role, as civilian administrators of the Department, deputy commissioners are prohibited from taking operational control of a police situation (the Commissioner and the First Deputy Commissioner may take control of these situations, however).

Within the rank structure, there are also designations, known as 'grades', that connote differences in duties, experience, and pay. However, supervisory functions are generally reserved for the rank of sergeant and above. In the New York City Police Department are referred to as 'shields' (the traditional term), though not all badge designs are strictly.

Every rank has a different badge design (with the exception of Police Officer and Probationary Police Officer), and upon change in rank officers receive a new badge. Lower-ranked police officers are identified by their shield numbers, and tax registry number. Lieutenants and above do not have shield numbers and are identified by tax registry number. All sworn members of the NYPD have their ID card photos taken against a red background. Civilian employees of the NYPD have their ID card photos taken against a blue background, signifying that they are not commissioned to carry a firearm. All ID cards have an expiration date. Headquarters of the New York City Police Department in.

Office of the Chief of Department [ ] The serves as the senior sworn member of the NYPD. Gomez is the 39th individual to hold the post, which prior to 1973 was known as the Chief of Operations and before that as Chief Inspector. Bureaus [ ] The Department is divided into twenty bureaus, which are typically commanded by a uniformed Bureau Chief (such as the Chief of Patrol and the Chief of Housing) or a civilian Deputy Commissioner (such as the Deputy Commissioner of Information Technology). The bureaus fit under four umbrellas: Patrol, Transit & Housing, Investigative, and Administrative. Bureaus are often subdivided until smaller divisions and units. Bureau Commander Description Subdivisions Patrol Services Bureau Chief of Patrol The Patrol Services Bureau is the largest and most visible bureau in the NYPD, overseeing the majority of the department's uniformed officers on patrol. The bureau is divided into eight borough commands, which are further divided into 77 police precincts.

Citywide Operations Bureau Chief of Citywide Operations Citywide Operations was created to enhance the department's coordinated response to major events and incidents that require specifically trained and equipped personnel. The bureau oversees the Special Operations Division, which includes the Emergency Service Unit, the Aviation Unit, the Harbor Unit, and the Mounted Unit.

The bureau is also responsible for the Strategic Response Group and the Crisis Outreach and Support Unit. Transit Bureau Chief of Transit The Transit Bureau is responsible for the safety and security of the 5.6 million passengers who use the New York City subways each day.

Providing police services for the busiest metropolitan rail system in the nation, members of the Transit Bureau patrol the subway's 25 lines, 472 stations, and nearly 250 miles of passenger rail line. The bureau comprises 12 transit districts, each located within or adjacent to the subway system, and overseen by three borough commands: Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Bronx/Queens. District personnel are supplemented by members of several specialized units within the Transit Bureau—including three borough Task Forces, Anti-Terrorism Unit, Citywide Vandals Task Force, Canine Unit, Special Projects Unit, and MetroCard Fraud Task Force. Housing Bureau Chief of Housing The Housing Bureau is responsible for the safety of nearly a half-million residents, employees, and visitors in the city's housing developments. The bureau is divided into nine police service bureaus, which each cover a collection of housing developments.

Transportation Bureau Chief of Transportation The Transportation Bureau is responsible for the safety and security of motorists, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists on the streets and highways throughout New York City and manages traffic control. The bureau oversees the Traffic Management Center, Highway District, Traffic Operations District, and Traffic Enforcement District, in addition to several units. Counterterrorism Bureau Chief of Counterterrorism The NYPD Counterterrorism Bureau (CT) is the city's primary local resource to guard against the threat of international and domestic terrorism in New York City. The bureau contains the Critical Response Command, Counterterrorism Division, Terrorism Threat Analysis Group, Lower Manhattan Security Initiative, and World Trade Center Command.

Crime Control Strategies Bureau Chief of Crime Control Strategies The Office of Crime Control Strategies analyzes and monitors trends across the city and develops strategies targeted to reducing crime, ensuring that these strategies are applied across all units of the NYPD. The bureau is divided into the CompStat Unit and Crime Analysis Unit. Detective Bureau Chief of Detectives The Detective Bureau is responsible for the prevention, detection, and investigation of crime, and its work often complements the work of police officers assigned to the precincts. The bureau oversees the Borough Investigative Commands, Special Victims Division, Forensic Investigations Division, Special Investigations Division, Criminal Enterprise Division, Fugitive Enforcement Division, Real Time Crime Center, District Attorneys Squad, Grand Larceny Division, Gun Violence Suppression Division, and Vice Enforcement Division. Intelligence Bureau Chief of Intelligence The mission of the NYPD Intelligence Bureau is to detect and disrupt criminal and terrorist activity through the use of intelligence-led policing. NYPD Intelligence operations are divided by functional responsibility: Intelligence Operations and Analysis Section (IOAS) and the Criminal Intelligence Section (CIS). Internal Affairs Bureau Deputy Commissioner of Internal Affairs The Internal Affairs Bureau (IAB) is dedicated to preserving integrity, which is critical to the function of the Police Department, and fighting corruption within the NYPD.

IAB helps to ensure that trust by detecting, investigating, and bringing to justice the small number of New York City police officers and civilians who engage in misconduct and corruption. N/A Administration Deputy Commissioner of Administration The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Administration (DCA), was created in early 2014 to enhance morale, improve employee engagement, and foster communication within the Department. DCA acts as the liaison to the department's fraternal, religious, and line organizations.

DCA oversees the Employee Relations Section, the Chaplains Unit, and the Ceremonial Unit. Collaborative Policing Deputy Commissioner of Collaborative Policing The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Collaborative Policing (DCCP), focuses on partnering with other city agencies, non-profits, community-based organizations, the faith-based community, and other New York City stakeholders on a wide variety of public-safety initiatives.

N/A Community Affairs Bureau Chief of Community Affairs The Community Affairs Bureau (CAB) plays a critical role in the department's refocused approach to achieving and sustaining gains against crime by strengthening community relationships and trust. The bureau partners with community leaders, civic organizations, block associations, and concerned citizens to educate them on police policies and practices, and to develop solutions to challenges that arise within the city's many diverse communities. The Community Affairs Bureau oversees four divisions: Community Outreach Division, Crime Prevention Division, Juvenile Justice Division, and School Safety Division. Information Technology Bureau Deputy Commissioner of Information Technology The Information Technology Bureau (ITB) plays an integral role in establishing the NYPD as one of the leading counterterrorism and crime-fighting forces in the nation, developing and implementing cutting-edge technology to support strategies, programs and procedures that promote safety, efficiency, and effectiveness. ITB has six divisions: Administration, Fiscal Affairs, Strategic Technology, IT Services Division, Life-Safety Systems, and the Communications Division. Legal Matters Deputy Commissioner of Legal Matters The NYPD Legal Bureau provides assistance to law enforcement personnel regarding department legal matters.

The Legal Bureau also has a memorandum of understanding with the to selectively prosecute summons court cases. The bureau comprises the Civil Enforcement Unit, Criminal Section, Civil Section, Legislative Affairs Unit, Document Production/FOIL, and the Police Action Litigation Section (PALS). Personnel Chief of Personnel The Personnel Bureau is responsible for the recruitment and selection of personnel and for managing the human resource functions of the NYPD. The bureau oversees the Candidate Assessment Division, Career Enhancement Division, Employee Management Division, Personnel Orders Section, and Staff Services Section. Public Information Deputy Commissioner of Public Information The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Public Information (DCPI), works with local, national, and international media organizations to provide the most accurate and timely information to the public.

N/A Risk Management Assistant Chief, Risk Management The Risk Management Bureau measures the performance of police officers and identifies officers who might be in need of enhanced training or supervision. N/A Support Services Bureau Deputy Commissioner of Support Services While the bureau handles a wide range of equipment and storage-related functions, the bulk of its operations center on the NYPD's vehicle fleet and its evidence warehouses. The Support Services Bureau oversees the Fleet Services Division, Property Clerk Division, Central Records Division, and the Printing Section. Training Bureau Deputy Commissioner of Training The NYPD Training Bureau provides recruits, uniformed officers, and civilians with the most up-to-date academic, tactical, and technological information available, transforming them into the best trained, most prepared law enforcement professionals in the nation. The Training Bureau's training section includes: Recruit Training Section, Physical Training and Tactics Department, Tactical Training Unit, Firearms and Tactics Section, COBRA Training, In-Service Tactical Training Unit, Driver Education and Training Unit, Computer Training Unit, Civilian Training Program, School Safety Training Unit, Instructor Development Unit, Criminal Investigation Course, Leadership Development Section, and Citizens Police Academy.

Personnel [ ]. Main article: Crime prevention [ ] Domain Awareness System [ ] In August 2008, the in a partnership between the New York City Police Department and began the to monitor.

The program allowed the department to track surveillance targets and gain detailed information about them. The system is connected to 6,000 around New York City as well as check and onboard helicopters, trucks and boats as well as detectors on police officers' gun belts that were so sensitive that people who have had medical procedures may trigger them. Now includes thousands of surveillance cameras that can identify shapes and sizes of unidentified 'suspicious' packages and can track people within seconds using descriptions such as 'someone wearing a red shirt'. In 2009, an extension into was announced and by 2012 the program was fully implemented.

The system was also licensed out to other cities with New York City getting 30% of the profits. The system's development costs were estimated at US$40 million. This system was highlighted in a May 2013 episode of ' on tracking the Boston Marathon Bombers.

Demographics [ ] As of the end of 2010, 53% of the entire 34,526-member police force were white and 47% were members of minority groups. Of 22,199 officers on patrol, 53% (11,717) were black, Latino (of any race), or Asian or Asian-American, and 47% (10,482) were non-Hispanic white.

Of 5,177 detectives, 57% (2,953) were white and 43% (2,224) were people of color. Of 4,639 sergeants, 61% (2,841) were white and 39% (1,798) were minorities. Of 1,742 lieutenants, 76% (1,323) were white and 24% (419) were people of color.

Of 432 captains, 82% (356) were white and 18% (76) were minorities. Of 10 chiefs, 7 were white and 3 were people of color. In 2002, whites accounted for 60% of members in the rank of police officer. Between 2002 and 2010, the number of minorities in top-tier positions in the force increased by about 4.5%.

Corruption and misconduct [ ]. Main article: The is an all-civilian, 13-member panel tasked with investigating misconduct or lesser abuse accusations against NYPD officers, including use of excessive force, abuse of authority, discourtesy and offensive language. Complaints against officers may be filed online, by U.S. Mail, by phone or in person at any NYPD station. Affiliations [ ] The NYPD is affiliated with the and the. It also runs a Youth Police academy to provide positive interaction with police officers and to educate young people about the challenges and responsibility of police work. The department also provides a citizen Police Academy which educates the public on basic law and policing procedures.

Line of duty deaths [ ] According to the Officer Down Memorial Page, the NYPD has lost 867 officers in the line of duty since 1849, the most recent officer having been lost on July 5, 2017. This figure includes officers from agencies that were absorbed by or became a part of the modern NYPD in addition to the modern department itself.

This number also includes officers killed on and off duty by gunfire of other officers on duty. The NYPD in the, not including another 61 who died of illnesses related to the attacks. NYPD Vehicles The current NYPD vehicle appearance is an all-white vehicle body with two blue stripes along each side of the car. The word 'POLICE' is printed in small text above the front wheel wells, and as 'NYPD Police' above the grille opening. The NYPD shoulder patch is printed on both sides just in front of the front doors or on the front doors. The letters 'NYPD' are printed in blue font on the front doors, and the NYPD motto ' Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect' is printed on the rear doors.

The unit's shop number is printed on the rear decklid. The shop number is also printed on the rear side panels above the gas intake, along with the number of the unit's assigned precinct. Some Traffic Enforcement units used a modified paint job, with dark blue carbody and white stripes on the sides. The text on the car is also printed in white. These are being phased out in favor of units painted in a modified version of the regular NYPD paint job, with the word 'TRAFFIC' printed on the rear side panels and trunk. Some NYPD Auxiliary units used a modified paint job, with dark blue or black carbody and white stripes on the sides.

The text on the car is also printed in white. These are being phased out in favor of units painted in a modified version of the regular NYPD paint job, with the word 'Auxiliary' printed on the rear side panels and trunk. Firearms [ ] On duty [ ] New NYPD officers are allowed to choose from one of three: the DAO,, and. All duty handguns are modified to a 12- (53 ) NY-2 trigger pull. The was initially issued to new recruits; however, the manufacturer stopped producing the weapon and the agency is phasing it out. After the switch in 1994 to semiautomatic pistols, officers who privately purchased before January 1, 1994, will be allowed to use them for duty use until August 31, 2018. They will then be in as approved off-duty guns.

Shotgun-certified officers were authorized to carry shotguns, which are being phased out in favor of the newer. Officers and detectives belonging to special investigative units, Organized Crime Control Bureau, NYPD's, Counter-terrorism bureau and Strategic Response Group are armed with a range of select-fire weapons and long guns, such as the Colt carbine and similar-pattern rifles, rifle, submachine gun, and the bolt-action rifle. Off duty [ ] The firearms approved by the NYPD for off duty carry are the, Smith & Wesson 3914 DAO, Smith & Wesson 3953TSW, (.38 revolver), DAO,, Smith & Wesson M&P Shield and the Beretta 8000D Mini Cougar. Discontinued from service [ ] From 1926 until 1986 the standard weapons of the department were the and the.38 Special revolvers with four-inch barrels. Prior to 1994 the standard weapon of the NYPD was the DAO (Double Action Only).38 Special revolver with a three or four inch barrel.

This type of revolver was called the Model NY-1 by the department. Prior to the issuing of the 9mm semi-automatic pistol NYPD detectives and plainclothes officers often carried the and/or the 'Chief's Special'.38 Special caliber snub-nosed (2-inch) barrel revolvers for their ease of concealment while dressed in civilian clothes. The 9 mm pistol was an approved off-duty/backup weapon from 1998 to 2011. It was pulled from service because it could not be modified to a 12-pound trigger pull. In popular culture [ ].

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Cops and bobbies: Police authority in New York and London, 1830–1870 (The Ohio State University Press, 1999) • Monkkonen, Eric H. Police in Urban America, 1860–1920 (2004) • Richardson, James F.

The New York Police, Colonial Times to 1901 (Oxford University Press, 1970) • Richardson, James F. 'To Control the City: The New York Police in Historical Perspective'.

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