217.00 FLAG AND NATIONAL ANTHEM
Refer:
- Federal Flag Rules and Regulations
POLICY (217.00)
Directive Specific Definitions
Colors: A generic term applied to the flag of the United States of America.
PROCEDURES (217.00)
The flag of the United States of America shall be displayed on a stationary pole at all police facilities from sunrise to sunset, weather permitting. The flag of the United States will be displayed at half-staff only by order of the President of the United States and/or the Governor of Oregon. On the approach of the colors, members in uniform will face the flag at attention and render a military salute. The salute should be made when the colors approach within six paces, and until they have passed six paces beyond. Members will render the same courtesy in civilian dress, except with the right hand over the heart.
When the National Anthem is played, uniformed members will stand at attention facing the music and render a hand salute. The salute will be held from the first note of music to the conclusion of the last note. When in civilian dress, members will stand at attention with their right hand over their heart.