Policy Text
Kern County Sheriff’s Office
Policies and Procedures
TITLE: COMMENDATION POLICY NO: J-200
APPROVED: Donny Youngblood, Sheriff-Coroner
EFFECTIVE: REVIEWED: REVISED: UPDATED:
August 1, 1990 05/6/2022 05/6/2022 05/6/2022
POLICY
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office expects a high level of professional conduct from all
employees; however, members of the Sheriff’s Office frequently perform their duties in a
manner exceeding the highest standards of the agency. When such conduct occurs, it will be
officially recognized, and an appropriate commendation will be made.
Additionally, the Sheriff’s Office will officially recognize and commend those civilians’ of the
community who substantially assist the agency in a manner beyond their normal civic
responsibilities.
These awards and commendations afford a means of promoting public and internal recognition
of exceptional bravery, outstanding achievement, meritorious service, and exceptional skills
performed by individuals.