Silver Star for Bravery
The Silver Star is awarded for extraordinary heroism performed in the line of duty. It distinguishes an officer whose act of courage goes above and beyond the call of duty.  Each year, the American Police Hall of Fame chooses an “Officer of the Year” from the list of Silver Star recipients.

Law Enforcement Purple Heart
The Police Purple Heart is issued to officers who are injured in the line of duty. Purple Heart recipients are eligible if they were required to seek professional medical attention caused by the line of duty injury.

Life Saving
This award is issued to anyone whose actions save the life of a fellow citizen in an emergency.

Merrit Award for Excellent Arrest
This award is issued to law enforcement officers who makes a notable arrest of a dangerous felon.

Outstanding Commendation
This award is issued to law enforcement officers whose actions deserve to be commended for an outstanding act during the performance of their duties.

Honor Award for Public Service
This award may be issued to law enforcement officers, elected officials or citizens whose leadership skills are outstanding in reducing crime or assisting departments in volunteer activities.

Criminal Investigation Award
In recognition of those detectives or investigators who we often fail to recognize in solving cases, yet are important in the investigation of all types of cases.

Distnguised Police Service Award
This award is issued to law enforcement officers for long and honorable service (5 years minimum) and is normally issued at retirement.

Correctional Officers Award
This award is issued to correction officers for 5 or more years of honorable service or for actions deemed noteworthy while performing their duty.

John Edgar Hoover Memorial Award
This award is issued to law enforcement officers who have successfully completed additional training to garner new skills in the field of criminal justice. It recognizes officers who continually seek a lifetime of education and advancement. It can also be issued to instructors or institutions who provide beneficial products or services to the law enforcement community.

Knights of Justice Award
This award is issued to the Good Samaritan who comes to the aid of those in need.  Law enforcement officer’s automatically qualify for putting their life on the line every day they are on duty.  Citizens involved as crime watch volunteers are also eligible.