Department Yearly Awards

Community Service Award

This uniform ribbon will be awarded to employees who go beyond traditional policing to solve problems within the community. This award can include employees who have been recognized by the community or professional organizations for service to the community.

C.T.A.P.S. Achievement Award

This uniform ribbon will be awarded to a member of the Tustin Police Department who demonstrates outstanding performance in regards to fulfilling the mission of the Crime, Traffic Analysis and Policing Strategies (C.T.A.P.S.) model of policing. This performance can be a specific incident or an ongoing series of events over any given period of time.

Lifesaving Award

The Medal for Lifesaving is earned by a member of the Tustin Police Department who, through exceptional knowledge and behavior, performs an act which saves the life of another person.

Distinguished Service Award

This medal and accompanying uniform ribbon will be awarded to an employee of the Tustin Police Department who displays superior handling of a difficult situation, conspicuous bravery, or outstanding performance above the typical duties of an employee.