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1046Mountain View Police Department
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DepartmentUniform Regulations - 1Uniform Regulations
1046.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The uniform policy of the Mountain View Police Department is established to ensure that uniformed
officers will be readily identifiable to the public through the proper use and wearing of department
uniforms. Employees should also refer to the following associated Policy Manual sections:
Section 700 - Department Owned and Personal Property
Section 1024 - Body Armor
Section 1044 - Grooming Standards
The Uniform and Equipment Specifications manual is maintained and periodically updated by
the Chief of Police or his/her designee. That manual should be consulted regarding authorized
equipment and uniform specifications.
The Mountain View Police Department will provide uniforms for all employees required to wear
them in the manner, quantity and frequency agreed upon in the respective employee group's
collective bargaining agreement.
1046.2 WEARING AND CONDITION OF UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT
Police employees wear the uniform to be identified as the law enforcement authority in society. The
uniform also serves an equally important purpose to identify the wearer as a source of assistance
in an emergency, crisis or other time of need.
(a)Uniform and equipment shall be maintained in a serviceable condition and shall be
ready at all times for immediate use. Uniforms shall be neat, clean, and appear
professionally pressed.
(b)All peace officers of this department shall possess and maintain at all times, a
serviceable uniform and the necessary equipment to perform uniformed field duty.
(c)Personnel shall wear only the uniform specified for their rank and assignment.
(d)The uniform is to be worn in compliance with the specifications set forth in the
department's uniform specifications that are maintained separately from this policy.
(e)All supervisors will perform periodic inspections of their personnel to ensure
conformance to these regulations.
(f)Civilian attire shall not be worn in combination with any distinguishable part of the
uniform.
(g)Uniforms are only to be worn while on duty, while in transit to or from work, for court,
or at other official department functions or events.
(h)If the uniform is worn while in transit, an outer garment shall be worn over the uniform
shirt so as not to bring attention to the employee while he/she is off-duty.
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DepartmentUniform Regulations - 2(i)Employees are not to purchase or drink alcoholic beverages while wearing any part
of the department uniform, including the uniform pants.
(j)Mirrored sunglasses will not be worn with any Department uniform.
(k)Visible jewelry, other than those items listed below, shall not be worn with the uniform
unless specifically authorized by the Police Chief or the authorized designee.
1.Wrist watch
2.Wedding ring(s), class ring, or other ring of tasteful design. A maximum of one
ring/set may be worn on each hand
3.Medical alert bracelet
1046.2.1 DEPARTMENT ISSUED IDENTIFICATION
The Department issues each employee an official department identification card bearing the
employee's name, identifying information and photo likeness. All employees shall be in possession
of their department issued identification card at all times while on duty or when carrying a
concealed weapon.
(a)Whenever on duty or acting in an official capacity representing the department,
employees shall display their department issued identification in a courteous manner
to any person upon request and as soon as practical.
(b)Officers working specialized assignments may be excused from the possession and
display requirements when directed by their Captain.
1046.3 UNIFORM CLASSES
1046.3.1 CLASS A UNIFORM
The Class A uniform is to be worn on special occasions such as funerals, graduations, ceremonies,
or as directed. The Class A uniform is required for all sworn personnel. The Class A uniform
includes the standard issue uniform with:
(a)Long sleeve shirt with tie
(b)Polished shoes
(c)Leather duty belt, holster and duty weapon
Boots with pointed toes are not permitted.
1046.3.2 CLASS B UNIFORM
All officers will possess and maintain a serviceable Class B uniform at all times.
The Class B uniform will consist of the same garments and equipment as the Class A uniform
with the following exceptions:
(a)The long or short sleeve shirt may be worn with the collar open. No tie is required
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DepartmentUniform Regulations - 3(b)A black crew neck t-shirt, mock turtleneck, or regular turtleneck must be worn with
the dark blue uniform. No logos or insignia may be visible on the undershirt unless
specifically authorized by the Department
(c)Department personnel wearing the light blue uniform shall wear a white crew neck t-
shirt. A black mock turtleneck, or regular turtleneck may be worn with the light blue
uniform during winter months
(d)All shirt buttons must remain buttoned except for the last button at the neck
(e)Shoes for the Class B uniform may be as described in the Class A uniform
(f)Approved all black unpolished shoes may be worn
(g)Boots with pointed toes are not permitted
1046.3.3 CLASS C UNIFORM
The Class C uniform may be established to allow field personnel cooler clothing during the summer