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Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2025/11/06, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Monica Police Department Uniform Regulations - 1 Santa Monica Police Department Santa Monica Police Department Policy Manual Uniform Regulations 1024.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The uniform policy of the Santa Monica 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 policies: • 700 Department Owned and Personal Property • 1012 Body Armor • 1023 Personal Appearance Standards The Uniform and Equipment 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 Santa Monica 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. 1024.2 POLICY The Santa Monica Police Department will provide uniforms for all employees who are required to wear them in the manner, quantity, and frequency agreed upon in the respective employee group's memorandum of understanding. The Department may provide other Department members with uniforms at the direction of the Chief of Police. All uniforms and equipment issued to Department members shall be returned to the Department upon termination or resignat ion. 1024.3 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 of ficers 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 i n compliance with the specifications set forth in the Department’s Uniform and Equipment Manual (UEM) that are maintained separately from this policy (Penal Code § 13655). Policy 1024 Santa Monica Police Department Santa Monica Police Department Policy Manual Uniform Regulations Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2025/11/06, All Rights Reserved. Published with permission by Santa Monica Police Department Uniform Regulations - 2 (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. (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 shall be worn in compliance with the Personal Appearance Standards policy. (l) Sworn personnel (who wear their uniform) shall wear their complete Sam Browne duty belt when they leave the Public Safety Facility. 1. Exception: short periods at City Hall or at the discretion of the Chief of Police (i.e., Honor Guard, etc.) 1024.3.1 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 Division Commander. 1024 .4 UNIFORM SPECIFICATIONS For uniform class specifications and designations, including all specialized unit uniform requirements and business attire guidelines, refer to the Department's Uniform and Equipment Manual. 1024.5 POLITICAL ACTIVITIES, ENDORSEMENTS, AND ADVERTISEMENTS Unless specifically authorized by the Chief of Police, Santa Monica Police Department employees may not wear any part of the uniform, be photographed wearing any part of the uniform, utilize a Department badge, patch or other official insignia, or cause to be posted, published, or displayed, the image of another employee, or identify himself/herself as an employee of the Santa Monica Police Department to do any of the following