401 Dress and Personal Appearance (V12)

Question 1

No member shall wear any articles of clothing bearing the JSO badge or insignia or with the
words “Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office,” “Police” or lettering, designs or words identifying the
individual as a member of the JSO without prior authority of the member’s ____________________ or higher authority.

Answer 1

2. No member shall wear any articles of clothing bearing the JSO badge or insignia or with the
   words “Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office,” “Police” or lettering, designs or words identifying the
   individual as a member of the JSO without prior authority of the member’s commanding
   officer or higher authority. [CALEA 41.3.4]

Question 2

Who’s approval is required when the use, exhibiting, selling, transferring, copying, altering or any other use of the badges, logos, insignias, or images are used?

Answer 2

3. All members shall comply with the provisions of the City of Jacksonville (COJ) Ordinance Code, Florida. Specifically, with regards to badges, logos, insignia, images and the like used by the COJ or JSO, members are prohibited from exhibiting, selling, transferring, copying, altering or any other use not covered under these orders, unless authorized by the Sheriff or designee, in writing. The ordinances that apply to these prohibited activities are Chapter 601 – Offenses Against Operation of Government, Part 1, Sec. 601.105, Sec. 601.106; Part 2, Sec. 601.202 and any future revisions, derivations or related ordinances when codified.

Question 3

Who chairs the Uniform Committee?

Answer 3

4. The Uniform Committee, chaired by the Director of Police Services, establishes policies
   related to the uniforms of JSO in accordance with Order 503 (Boards and Committees).

Question 4

Colored polo shirts shall be issued by the Supply Unit to members working in specific assignments (i.e., ___________for Training Academy members, _____________________ for Central Records Section members, __________________for Communications Section members, ___________for Communications Section training officers, etc.). All issued polo shirts shall reflect the officer’s rank as either officer (silver badge and name) or supervisor (gold badge and name). Civilian employees are allowed to wear issued polo shirts that are embroidered
with the block type letters “JSO;”

Answer 4

(2) Colored polo shirts shall be issued by the Supply Unit to members working in specific
assignments (i.e., red for Training Academy members, royal blue for Central Records
Section members, maroon for Communications Section members, gold for Communications Section training officers, etc.). All issued polo shirts shall reflect the officer’s rank as either officer (silver badge and name) or supervisor (gold badge and name). Civilian employees are allowed to wear issued polo shirts that are embroidered
with the block type letters “JSO;”

Question 5

In an effort to have uniformity throughout the agency, what is the approval process?

Answer 5

(4) In an effort to have uniformity throughout the agency, all requests for unit-specific
polo shirts, t-shirts, jackets, hats, challenge coins, and patches must be approved in accordance with the following steps:
(a) Department Director review – All designs must be approved by the respective department director. Members desiring to submit a design for approval shall send a Form P-0004e (Intradepartmental Correspondence) with the proposed design attached through their chain of command to their respective department
director.
(b) Public Relations Executive review – Upon Department Director approval, the request shall be forwarded to the Public Relations Executive for preparation for submission to the Uniform Committee.
(c) Uniform Committee review – The design shall be reviewed by the Uniform Committee. The respective chain of command shall be notified by a
representative from the Uniform Committee upon design approval/disapproval.

Question 6

What is needed and from who for the Supply Unit to replace items that reflect the new rank or assignment?
A. Means
B. Unit

Answer 6

(3) Upon promotion or transfer, members shall present their official letter from the
Human Resources Division to the Supply Unit for replacement of necessary items
that reflect the new rank or assignment;

Question 7

(4) Members in a uniformed assignment shall receive replacement footwear each year,
if needed; specialized units may require replacement more frequently, and as such
shall be replaced with the approval of the appropriate ___________________;

Answer 7

(4) Members in a uniformed assignment shall receive replacement footwear each year,
if needed; specialized units may require replacement more frequently, and as such
shall be replaced with the approval of the appropriate department director;

Question 8

Body armor shall be replaced as necessary, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and as determined by the _________________________________.

Answer 8

(5) Body armor shall be replaced as necessary, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and as determined by the Director of Police Services: [CALEA
41.3.5]

Question 9

Loss of or damage to JSO-issued uniform clothing, or equipment shall be reported by the member to their _____________________, in writing.

Answer 9

k. Loss of or damage to JSO-issued uniform clothing, or equipment shall be reported by the
member to their assistant chief, in writing. Loss of a firearm, badge, portable radio, JSO employee identification card, or other issued equipment which can be traced by a serial or other unique number, also requires an Incident Report. Replacement and/or reimbursement of lost or damaged JSO property shall be handled in accordance with the protocol established in Order 474 (Supply & Mail).

Question 10

When dealing with lost or damaged JSO-issued items, when is an incident report required?

Answer 10

k. Loss of or damage to JSO-issued uniform clothing, or equipment shall be reported by the
member to their assistant chief, in writing. Loss of a firearm, badge, portable radio, JSO employee identification card, or other issued equipment which can be traced by a serial or other unique number, also requires an Incident Report. Replacement and/or reimbursement of lost or damaged JSO property shall be handled in accordance with the protocol established in Order 474 (Supply & Mail).

Question 11

Who’s approval is necessary when an employee recently terminated, resigned, or retired wants to keep particular items?

Answer 11

l. All items issued to any member including, but not limited to, uniforms, weapons,
insignia, radios, etc., must be returned to the Supply Unit upon termination, resignation,
or retirement, unless authorized by the Director of Police Services. Computer equipment
shall be returned to Information Systems Management (ISM). Certain items may be
retained upon approval.

Question 12

JSO-issued items of uniform clothing/footwear, body armor, insignia, brass, and equipment shall be worn unless approved otherwise by the member’s ____________________ or higher authority; [CALEA 41.3.4]

Answer 12

D. Uniform Wearing Regulations
1. General uniform wearing regulations are as follows:
a. JSO-issued items of uniform clothing/footwear, body armor, insignia, brass, and equipment shall be worn unless approved otherwise by the member’s division chief or higher authority; [CALEA 41.3.4]

Question 13

What are the acceptable colors of exposed socks?

Answer 13

e. The exposed portion of socks for all personnel in uniform shall be black or navy blue in
color. White ankle height socks are permissible with shorts;

Question 14

An officer on limited duty status is only permitted to where the uniform with whose approval?

Answer 14

h. The wearing of a uniform while in a limited duty status shall be permitted only with the
approval of the Sheriff;

Question 15

Uniformed female members (i.e., sworn, correctional, police auxiliary, and civilian) may
wear stud or post style earrings while in uniform as long as the earrings are no larger than ____________________in diameter;

Answer 15

j. Uniformed female members (i.e., sworn, correctional, police auxiliary, and civilian) may
wear stud or post style earrings while in uniform under the following guidelines:
(1) Earrings shall be no larger than 7mm in diameter;

Question 16

How many bracelets are acceptable to worn while in uniform?

Answer 16

l. One bracelet is allowed. If one is worn, it shall fit so that it does not interfere with the officer’s performance of duties as determined by the officer’s commanding officer. Bangles and charm bracelets are prohibited for uniformed personnel;

Question 17

How many rings are allowed to be worn?

Answer 17

m. If rings are worn, they shall be limited to one per hand (a wedding set shall be regarded
as one ring) and shall not interfere with the performance of duties;

Question 18

Uniformed female members who choose to wear headbands are limited to what colors?

Answer 18

v. Uniformed female members who choose to wear headbands (i.e., sports or running
headbands) are limited to either black or navy. Bright colors and floral designs are not
permitted;

Question 19

The standard issued _________________ black belt and retention holster with an approved magazine
holder shall be worn by all police, corrections, and police auxiliary personnel in uniform except those assigned to specialized units, and lieutenants and above;
A. Size

Answer 19

x. The standard issued 2¼ inch black belt and retention holster with an approved magazine
holder shall be worn by all police, corrections, and police auxiliary personnel in uniform except those assigned to specialized units, and lieutenants and above;

Question 20

The Supply Unit shall seek approval from who when a manufacturer’s logo is molded into an item?

Answer 20

ee. No manufacturer’s logos, artwork, names, or other text by the supplier shall be visible
on the exterior of uniform apparel. Only the JSO approved identification shall be visible.
Footwear and some types of equipment may have manufacturer’s identification molded
into or otherwise affixed to the product as part of the manufacturing process. The
Supply Unit shall seek approval from the Chief of Support Services for such exceptions;

Question 21

Polo shirt colors are limited to specific colors; however, who may allow other colors to be worn?

Answer 21

gg. Polo shirts are limited to the following colors: black, blue, dark gray, light gray, tan, or white. Any exception to this provision must be made by the respective department director or higher authority;

Question 22

Meritorious award polo shirts may be worn in lieu of other uniform shirts, in accordance with the member’s unit procedure and as permitted by the member’s _____________________________.

Answer 22

ii. Meritorious award polo shirts may be worn in lieu of other uniform shirts, in accordance
with the member’s unit procedure and as permitted by the member’s commanding
officer.

Question 23

The mask worn by employees shall be evaluated by the member’s _____________________ to ensure the mask is not political, offensive, or distracting.

Answer 23

jj. Face masks worn to reduce the spread of the airborne pathogens can be the officer’s own mask, or the mask produced by JSO that are available in the Supply Unit. The masks can be cloth or surgical/medical type material (hand-made or commercially manufactured). Masks worn shall have the following requirements:
(1) The mask worn by employees shall be evaluated by the member’s lieutenant or
manager to ensure the mask is not political, offensive, or distracting.
(2) For uniformed personnel and personnel with direct contact with the public, the
mask must be one solid color, must not have writing other than a manufacturer’s
brand (e.g., 3M), and must not have designs or patterns.

Question 24

Senior (______ years) and Master (_______ years) police and corrections officers shall wear service chevrons on right collar, point up, instead of “JP” or “JC” insignia on uniform shirts;

Answer 24

h. Senior (eight years) and Master (16 years) police and corrections officers shall wear service chevrons on right collar, point up, instead of “JP” or “JC” insignia on uniform shirts;

Question 25

Officers may wear how many pins at one time on their uniform?

Answer 25

o. Officers may wear no more than three total pins (organizational, meritorious, or job assignment) at one time on the uniform. The choice of what pins to wear shall be that of the officers as long as it is consistent with policy (e.g., Field Training Officer [FTO], Crisis Intervention Team [CIT], Meritorious Award, Dive Team, or Motorcycle, etc.);

Question 26

Other pins not including organizational, meritorious, or job assignment pins must be authorized by ______________________.

Answer 26

p. Other pins shall not be worn on the uniform unless specifically authorized by the Sheriff;
and

Question 27

An exception for not wearing body armor may be granted for those members working in an administrative assignment; however, what must be done?

Answer 27

3. Body armor regulations are as follows: [CALEA 41.3.5]
   (2) An exception may be granted for those members working in an administrative assignment. (A request for an exception must be submitted in writing through the officer’s chain of command to the respective division chief); and

Question 28

The complete patrol uniform shall be worn during all secondary employment using police authority. Wearing body armor is mandatory during all secondary employment unless approved by the member’s _______________ or higher authority.

Answer 28

c. The complete patrol uniform shall be worn during all secondary employment using
police authority. Wearing body armor is mandatory during all secondary employment
unless approved by the member’s division chief or higher authority;

Question 29

g. Officers shall be responsible for reporting any damage or wear to the ballistic panels or cover to their __________________ and to the Supply Unit.

Answer 29

g. Officers shall be responsible for reporting any damage or wear to the ballistic panels or
cover to their immediate supervisor and to the Supply Unit.

Question 30

JSO personnel may carry knives or Leatherman-type tools in DOC facilities, so long as they
are not:
(1) Visible;
(2) More than _______” in overall length when closed;
(3) Worn on a belt;
(4) Clipped to a pocket or any part of the uniform; and/or
(5) Left in a jacket or carry bag.
_____________________________________________

Answer 30

4. JSO personnel may carry knives or Leatherman-type tools in DOC facilities, so long as they
   are:
   c. Not:
   (1) Visible;
   (2) More than 4” in overall length when closed;
   (3) Worn on a belt;
   (4) Clipped to a pocket or any part of the uniform; and/or
   (5) Left in a jacket or carry bag.

Question 31

5. Maintenance and/or sanitation personnel assigned to DOC facilities may be authorized to
   carry a Leatherman-type tool in a closed Leatherman-type carrier on their duty belt if
   approved by the facility ______________. This tool shall be issued and inventoried as required
   in Order 636 (Corrections Facility Tool Control).

Answer 31

5. Maintenance and/or sanitation personnel assigned to DOC facilities may be authorized to
   carry a Leatherman-type tool in a closed Leatherman-type carrier on their duty belt if
   approved by the facility Assistant Chief. This tool shall be issued and inventoried as required
   in Order 636 (Corrections Facility Tool Control).

Question 32

In what month are the JSO Breast Cancer Awareness badges allowed to be worn?

Answer 32

2. The JSO Breast Cancer Awareness Badge may be worn during the month of October (National
   Breast Cancer Awareness Month) and when a member is working at a Breast Cancer related
   event.

Question 33

Non-Uniform Regulations
All non-uniform members (police, corrections, or civilian) shall dress neatly and wear appropriately sized clothing during normal working hours. They shall dress in a manner that presents a businesslike appearance and that conforms to the specific environment and requirements of their assignments as determined by their _______________________.

Answer 33

F. Non-Uniform Regulations
All non-uniform members (police, corrections, or civilian) shall dress neatly and wear appropriately sized clothing during normal working hours. They shall dress in a manner that presents a businesslike appearance and that conforms to the specific environment and requirements of their assignments as determined by their commanding officers.

Question 34

c. Female members with an office assignment that requires contact with the public shall
wear suitable business attire such as:
(1) Business appropriate shirts or blouses;
(2) Dresses;
(3) Dress slacks;
(4) Dress shoes with heels ______________ or lower. Female police officers in plain clothes
assignments shall wear shoes with back straps;

Answer 34

c. Female members with an office assignment that requires contact with the public shall
wear suitable business attire such as:
(1) Business appropriate shirts or blouses;
(2) Dresses;
(3) Dress slacks;
(4) Dress shoes with heels 2 inches or lower. Female police officers in plain clothes
assignments shall wear shoes with back straps;

Question 35

No visible jewelry other than rings, wrist watches, and bracelets shall be worn by personnel, except as provided for in this order. Jewelry adorning any body piercing that is visible (e.g., lips, eyebrows, nose, tongue, etc.), except as provided for the earlobes of female members is prohibited while __________________________________;

Answer 35

e. No visible jewelry other than rings, wrist watches, and bracelets shall be worn by
personnel, except as provided for in this order. Jewelry adorning any body piercing that
is visible (e.g., lips, eyebrows, nose, tongue, etc.), except as provided for the earlobes of
female members is prohibited while operating a marked JSO vehicle on or off-duty; and

Question 36

At a minimum, officers in a non-uniform assignment shall carry the JSO employee
identification card and badge, and an issued or approved weapon. Extra ammunition and handcuffs shall be carried as well unless exempted by the member’s _____________________.

Answer 36

h. At a minimum, officers in a non-uniform assignment shall carry the JSO employee
identification card and badge, and an issued or approved weapon. Extra ammunition and handcuffs shall be carried as well unless exempted by the member’s commanding officer or higher authority.

Question 37

Police officers in plain clothes shall identify themselves promptly when the need to do
so arises, and at crime scenes or emergencies, they shall display a badge continuously. If
requested by the public, they shall present what?

Answer 37

i. Police officers in plain clothes shall identify themselves promptly when the need to do
so arises, and at crime scenes or emergencies, they shall display a badge continuously. If
requested by the public, they shall also provide their JSO employee identification card.
[CALEA 22.1.8]

Question 38

m. Upon entering any DOC facility, members not dressed in full uniform attire shall conspicuously display their department issued ________________.

Answer 38

m. Upon entering any DOC facility, members not dressed in full uniform attire shall conspicuously display their department issued identification card and/or pocket badge.

Question 39

2. All members shall ensure their fingernails are maintained in a clean, neatly trimmed manner
   so that the length does not interfere with the proper performance of their duties. Additionally, members who are authorized to carry firearms, make arrests, or are in contact with prisoners/inmates shall not have fingernails which extend more than ___________ inch past the end of the finger.

Answer 39

2. All members shall ensure their fingernails are maintained in a clean, neatly trimmed manner
   so that the length does not interfere with the proper performance of their duties. Additionally, members who are authorized to carry firearms, make arrests, or are in contact with prisoners/inmates shall not have fingernails which extend more than 1/8 inch past the end of the finger.

Question 40

Who has final say on an officer’s hair color if it deviates from those colors occurring naturally?

Answer 40

a. The only permitted hair colors shall be those colors that occur naturally. When a
resolution cannot be made at a lower supervisory level, the employee’s commanding
officer shall make the determination of whether a hair color is appropriate;

Question 41

What are the stipulations for tattoos?

Answer 41

c. Tattoos are not permitted above the collar bone (e.g., neck, face, or behind the ear) or
below the wrist (e.g., hands, fingers). Members who were employed with JSO and had a
tattoo applied prior to 06/10/2014 are exempt from the restrictions of this paragraph;
and

Question 42

d. The _______________________________ shall make the determination on the appropriateness of a tattoo.

Answer 42

d. The Director of Personnel & Professional Standards or higher authority shall make the
determination on the appropriateness of a tattoo.

Question 43

Hair shall not extend downward how far nor will its height and depth be how long?

Answer 43

(2) Hair shall not extend downward beyond the middle of the ear opening. Height and depth of hair shall not exceed two inches. Hair shall not extend downward over the shirt collar in standing position;

Question 44

1. Sideburns shall not extend below what mark?
2. What is the maximum width of the sideburns?
3. The growth shall not be more than what?

Answer 44

(3) Sideburns shall not extend below the bottom of the earlobe. The maximum width of the sideburns shall not exceed 1 1/2 inches and the bottom shall be trimmed in a straight line parallel with the floor when the officer is in a standing position. The
growth shall not be more than 1/4 inch in depth; and

Question 45

1. Females hair shall not extend past what mark?
2. What must be properly worn when discussing hair length?
3. Hair clips, pins, scrunchies, and barrettes shall be of what colors?

Answer 45

b. Females (police and corrections) shall ensure that while in uniform, the hair shall not extend longer than the seam line across the back of the uniform shirt. If hair is longer than the seam line, it must be worn in a neat manner above the seam line to meet the officer’s regulation to ensure the uniform hat can be worn properly, and to enhance
officer safety. Hair clips, pins, scrunchies, and barrettes shall be of a single solid color of
gold, silver, dark blue, dark brown, or black. Oversized hair ornaments, picks/sticks, or
combs are not to be worn while in uniform.

Question 46

Who has final say on whether a hairstyle is appropriate?

Answer 46

c. The determination of whether a particular hairstyle is appropriate shall rest with the
employee’s commanding officer or higher authority.

Question 47

All members excluding undercover personnel shall conform to proper facial hair standards unless authorized by who and with what?

Answer 47

5. All members (sworn, corrections, and uniformed civilian, excluding undercover personnel) shall conform to the following, unless authorized by a director or higher authority, and documented in a Form P-0004e (Intradepartmental correspondence), which shall be retained in Human Resources:

Question 48

What are the requirements for proper mustaches grooming standards?

Answer 48

Mustaches may be worn with the pattern neatly trimmed. The extent of the growth shall be limited to 1/4 inch below or beyond the line of the corner of the mouth. The thickness shall be no more than 1/4 inch in depth and not appear bushy. The ends may not be waxed or twisted; and

Question 49

In order to grow a beard, goatee, or any other growth of hair below the lower lip, on the chin, or lower jawbone, what must be done and delivered to who?

Answer 49

b. Beards, goatees, and/or any other growth of hair below the lower lip, on the chin, or lower jawbone are prohibited unless a medical condition exists. The member must complete an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) packet and send to the Human Resources Division medical designee. The ADA packet must include a detailed note from the treating medical provider specifying the necessity for the accommodation. The requesting member shall be notified of approval or denial, by the Human Resources Division medical designee. Growth may not exceed 1/4 inch in length and may not include thin lines, names, initials, lightning bolts, or any other designs.

Question 49

In order to grow a beard, goatee, or any other growth of hair below the lower lip, on the chin, or lower jawbone, what must be done and delivered to who?

Answer 49

b. Beards, goatees, and/or any other growth of hair below the lower lip, on the chin, or lower jawbone are prohibited unless a medical condition exists. The member must complete an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) packet and send to the Human Resources Division medical designee. The ADA packet must include a detailed note from the treating medical provider specifying the necessity for the accommodation. The requesting member shall be notified of approval or denial, by the Human Resources Division medical designee. Growth may not exceed 1/4 inch in length and may not include thin lines, names, initials, lightning bolts, or any other designs.

Question 50

In order to grow a beard, goatee, or any other growth of hair below the lower lip, on the chin, or lower jawbone, what must be done and delivered to who?

Answer 50

b. Beards, goatees, and/or any other growth of hair below the lower lip, on the chin, or lower jawbone are prohibited unless a medical condition exists. The member must complete an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) packet and send to the Human Resources Division medical designee. The ADA packet must include a detailed note from the treating medical provider specifying the necessity for the accommodation. The requesting member shall be notified of approval or denial, by the Human Resources Division medical designee. Growth may not exceed 1/4 inch in length and may not include thin lines, names, initials, lightning bolts, or any other designs.

Question 51

Uniformed members who perform line duty functions are not eligible for casual Fridays
(Patrol officers and corrections officers whose identities as officers, are necessary for the
performance of their duties, etc.). Uniformed members who are regularly in contact with
the public, prisoners, victims, or suspects are not eligible for casual Fridays unless approved
by their __________________________________.

Answer 51

1. Uniformed members who perform line duty functions are not eligible for casual Fridays
   (Patrol officers and corrections officers whose identities as officers, are necessary for the
   performance of their duties, etc.). Uniformed members who are regularly in contact with
   the public, prisoners, victims, or suspects are not eligible for casual Fridays unless approved
   by their division chief or higher authority (Civil Unit, etc.).

Question 52

Non-uniformed line duty members (e.g., detectives, intelligence, etc.) may participate in
casual Fridays with the approval of their _________________________.

Answer 52

2. Non-uniformed line duty members (e.g., detectives, intelligence, etc.) may participate in
   casual Fridays with the approval of their commanding officer. Personnel in non-uniform
   assignments responding to call-outs or otherwise working after normal business hours may
   adhere to the casual Friday guidelines during the call-out at the approval of their
   commanding officer.

Question 53

Members not affected by the aforementioned may participate in casual Fridays and all
participants of casual Fridays must adhere to the following guidelines:
Clothing must be business appropriate, and no items deemed inappropriate as determined by this order shall be allowed. Participation in casual Friday is a privilege that can be revoked by who?
A. Rank

Answer 53

3. Members not affected by the aforementioned may participate in casual Fridays and all
   participants of casual Fridays must adhere to the following guidelines:
   Clothing must be business appropriate, and no items deemed inappropriate as determined by this order shall be allowed. Participation in casual Friday is a privilege that can be revoked by a member’s commanding officer for violations of casual Friday policy.

Question 54

Beard Program – Males may wear a neatly trimmed beard that does not exceed _______________ (#8 guard) in length. Faddish styles (soul patches, thin beard lines, abnormal designs, etc.) are prohibited.

Answer 54

a. Beard Program – Males may wear a neatly trimmed beard that does not exceed one
inch (#8 guard) in length. Faddish styles (soul patches, thin beard lines, abnormal
designs, etc.) are prohibited.

Question 55

Who is required to ensure each of their members has followed the procedures for the beard permit program?

Answer 55

a. Beard Program
4. Supervisors are required to ensure each of their members has followed the above steps prior to participating in either program.

Question 56

The Uniform Committee is made up of what nine members?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Answer 56

J. Uniform Committee
2. Member Composition:
a. Director of Police Services (Chairperson);
b. Director of Patrol & Enforcement;
c. Director of Investigations & Homeland Security;
d. Director of Personnel & Professional Standards;
e. Director of Corrections;
f. Chief of Support Services;
g. Assistant Chief of General Support Section;
h. Commanding Officer of Supply Unit; and
i. Public Relations Executive.