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Image of CommendationName of CommendationDescription of CommendationMedal IDPrerequisitesCan be given by:
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Purple ShieldThe purple shield is awarded to those injured in the line of duty.purpleshieldN/A Cpt+
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Medal of Honor First ClassThe medal of honor is awarded for extraordinary bravery in the line of duty at imminent and personal danger to life.medalofhonor1stclassMedal of Honor Second ClassChief+
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Medal of Honor Second ClassThe medal of honor is awarded for extraordinary bravery in the line of duty at imminent and personal danger to life.2ndclassN/A Chief+
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Police Combat Cross First ClassThe Police Combat Cross is awarded for members who have performed an act of extraordinary herosim.policecombatcrossfirstclass
Police Combat Cross Second Class
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Police Combat Cross Second ClassThe Police Combat Cross is awarded for members who have performed an act of extraordinary herosim.medalforvalorsecondclassN/A Chief+
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Medal for Valor First ClassThe Medal for Valor is awarded for outstanding bravery in the line of duty.medalforvalorfirstclassN/A Chief+
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Honorable MentionThe Honorable Mention is awarded for an act of bravery performed in the line of duty.honorablementionMeritorious Police DutyCpt+
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Exceptional MeritThe Exceptional Merit is awarded for an act of bravery involving personal risk to life.exceptionalmeritMeritorious Police DutyCpt+
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Commendation for IntegrityThe Commendation for Integrity is awarded for grave personal danger or an unusual accomplishment.commendationforintegrityMeritorious Police DutyCpt+
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Commendation for Community ServiceThe Commendation for Community Service is awarded for an act which demonstrates devotion to the Community.commendationforcommunityserviceMeritorious Police DutyCpt+
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Meritorious Police DutyThe MPD is awarded for an an act of special faithfulness or creditable acts of police service over a period of time.policedutyN/A Cpt+
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Excellent Police DutyThe EPD is awarded for an accomplishment or submission of a method to increase police efficiency.excellentdutyN/A Cpt+
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Unit CitationThe Unit Citation is awarded to a specific unit for outstanding accomplishments.unitcitationN/A Deputy Chief+
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Fitness CommendationThis commendation is rewarded to those who display outstanding physical strength, speed or endurancefitnessN/A Cpt+
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American Flag BarThis can be worn by any officer.americanflagbarOfficer+LT+
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EMS AwardAwarded to officers who have undergone EMS Certification training.emsawardSenior Officer+LT+
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Firearms Proficiency BarMay be worn by any Officer who has shown themselves to be proficient with their firearm.pistolexpertN/A Cpt+
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Long and Faithful Service MedalOfficers who have been actively in the department on duty for 8 months and have been faithful to the Department even in the direst situation.


longandfaithfulN/A The NYPD Commissioner
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Woods Medal of ServiceAwarded by the Chief of Department or CommissionerwoodscommendationN/A Chief+
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Medvedevs Medal of AuthorityOfficer who shows magnificent ability to command high-stress situations and possess unique strengths in giving orders, making decisions and enforcing discipline and obedience within the New York Police Department.medvedestarN/A Chief+
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Santoro's Medal of EfficiencyOfficers that display a level of efficiency and dedication to tasks in their work that is a great deal above what is expected from the standard Officer.santoroefficiencyN/A Chief+
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Kasinskis' Medal of LeadershipIndividual displayed the ability to effectively bring people together to complete objectives, achieve goals or design policies. When doing so, this individual must 'bring out the best' in those working for him and improve the qualities, values and skills of those he leads.kasinskimedalN/A Chief+
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Steeles Medal of Investigative ExcellenceThis medallion is awarded to those who display excellent investigative abilities, with a keen eye for detail. This medallion can also be presented to those who create elaborate case files.steelesmedalN/A Chief+
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The Paul James Award of Distinguished DedicationPresented to Officers that display dedication to the department by implementing changes, and major improvements within the New York Police Department over a period of time.
pauljamesLong and Faithful Service MedalChief+
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Snoops Medal of SerenityAwarded to officers who can demonstrate their ability to remain composed and are at all times committed to ensuring the safety of executive officers, even during highly stressful situations.snoopsmedalThe Paul James Award of Distinguished DedicationChief+
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Insignias/Badges
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Emergency Service Unit
ESU BadgeesubadgeN/AMust be in the ESU Unit
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Internal Affairs Bureau
IA BadgeiabadgeN/AMust be in Internal Affairs
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Detectives Bureau
Detective BadgedetectivebadgeN/AMust be in Detectives
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Forensics CertifiedForensics CertificationforensicsN/AMust be Forensics Certified
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State Medals
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Conspicuous Service CrossAwarded by the Governor for extraordinary conduct and display of service.crossMedal of Honor Medal of Valor The Governor of the State of New York
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Gold Cross of ValorAwarded by the Governor. The highest award that can be presented to an individual by the state.valorThe Governor of the State of New York
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City Medals
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Bronze MedallionThe highest medal that can be presented by the City. The medal is presented by the Mayor to those individuals who have demonstrated, "exceptional citizenship and outstanding achievement".bronzemedallion[One Per Term]Mayor of New York City
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New York City Freedom MedallionNew York City Freedom Medallion recognizes citizens and government officials that exude integrity among situations of coercion, hard obstacle, or threat. It recognizes the indomitable determination of an individual willing to do the right thing at any cost.freedommedallionN/A Mayor of New York City
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Linnaean Society of New YorkPerforming acts aimed at the progress of science or in general for the good of humanity. Creating new and innovative technology.linnaeansocietyN/A Mayor of New York City
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Bucceri Municipal Excellence AwardBucceri Municipal Excellence Award recognizes and encourages the achievements of New York City's Government Officials in meeting the challenge of municipal government. Innovative problem-solving, excellence in management, and increasing citizen participation. bucceriN/A Mayor of New York City
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Civil Valor RibbonIndividual citizens who have displayed actions such as, "saving people who were exposed to imminent and grave danger. Prevented or diminished the damage caused by a serious public disaster. Arrested or participated in the arrest of malefactors."civilvalorN/A Mayor of New York City
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Civil CommendationThe Civil Commendation is presented by the Mayor to those individuals "who have performed exemplary deeds or services for his or her country or fellow citizens."civilcommendationN/A Mayor of New York City
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Honor of Legal ServicesRecognizes the exemplary performance of any lawyer within New York. honourlegalservicesBar CertifiedChief Judge of New York
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Order of Prosecutorial ExcellenceRecognizes the exemplary and/or noteworthy performance of an attorney in prosecutorial affairs. prosecutorialexcellenceBar Certified and a Member of DA's Office or AG's OfficeChief Judge of New York
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Order of Juridical ExcellenceRecognizes the exemplary performance of a judge within the UCS.juridicalexcellenceBar Certified and a Judge or Justice of the UCS Chief Judge of New York
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Excelsior BadgeRecognizes honorable service and/or contribution to the UCS. Comes second in class to the White and Gold variant.exbadgeN/AChief Judge of New York
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Excelsior Badge in White and GoldRecognizes honorable service and/or contribution to the UCS. exbadgewhiteN/AChief Judge of New York
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Order of the White LotusRecognizes meritorious service to the leaders in the state government. whitelotusN/AChief Judge of New York
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Most Illustrious Order of Saint YvesAwarded to celebrate an individuals contributions to the field of law.saintyvesN/AChief Judge of New York
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Legion of the Unified Court SystemRecognizes those who have shown merit beyond all others in the UCS. The highest order one can be bestowed while serving in the UCS.ucslegionCurrently or previously served in the UCSChief Judge of New York
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Most Exalted Order of Legal ExcellenceRecognizes those who have achieved the highest position in their field of law within the State of New York.orderlegalexcellenceAre currently serving or have previously served as Chief Judge of NY, Presiding Justice of the Supreme Court, Attorney General of NY, or District AttorneyChief Judge of New York
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Commander of the Legal OrderThe highest award a citizen can be bestowed for superiority in the legal field.commanderofthelegalorderN/A Chief Judge of New York
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Civilian Medals
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American BAR Association PinGiven to those who have passed the BAR ExambarGiven to those who have passed the BAR ExamBAR Board
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Democrat PinGiven to members and supporters of the democratic party.democratN/A N/A
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Republican PinGiven to members and supporters of the republican party.republicanN/A N/A
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Republican Committee pinGiven to large and longtime donors of the Republican party.republicandonorpinSignificant DonationN/A
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