22B - Uniforms and Equipment Standards & Dress Code - 2019

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Policy & Procedure Page 1 of 25 Lexington Police Department Subject: Uniforms and Equipment Standards/Dress Code Policy Number: 22BAccreditation Standards: Reference: 16.4.3; 17.5.1;17.5.2; 22.2.5; 26.1.1;41.3.4; 46.2.3 Effective Date: 3/11/13 New Revised Revision Dates: 1/24/19 By Order of: Mark J. Corr, Chief of Police The Municipal Police Institute, Inc. (MPI) is a private, nonprofit charitable affiliate of the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association. MPI provides training and model policies and procedures for police agencies. This policy is an edited version of MPI Policy 4.XX “Uniforms, Clothing and Individual Equipment.” GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS AND GUIDELINES All Lexington Police Department employees should present a professional appearance and a positive image to members of the public. A person neatly dressed and well-groomed instills confidence in others about their ability to perform their jobs. A professional appearance also enhances morale, fosters teamwork, and develops esprit de corps. The Lexington Police Department consists of many members with different duties and uniform requirements. The purpose of this policy is to provide a guideline for all members of the Department. This policy addresses, but is not limited to, authorized uniform attire, how uniforms should be worn, uniform inspection and replacement and dress codes for detectives. It is the policy of the Lexington Police Department that: • Standards of uniform attire and dress codes shall be maintained by this agency. • All employees shall present a neat, well-groomed, professional appearance. • Exceptions to these requirements are authorized for undercover operations or in exigent circumstances by a ranking officer.