Chicago Police Uniform and Personal Appearance Policy

6/9/2015
Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment
ChicagoPoliceDepartment
UniformandPropertyU0401
PERSONALAPPEARANCE,UNIFORM/CITIZEN'SDRESSANDEQUIPMENT
ISSUEDATE:
RESCINDS:
INDEXCATEGORY:
I.
08June2015
EFFECTIVEDATE:
12June2015
U0401versiondated23December2014,U040104versiondated12December2013
UniformandEquipmentSpecifications
PURPOSE
Thisdirective:
A.
prescribesuniformsandauthorizedequipmentitemsforswornandcivilianmembers.
B.
setsforthuniform/equipmentspecificationsforswornandcivilianmembers.
C.
outlines uniform, equipment, personal appearance, and dress requirements for sworn
andcivilianmembers.
D.
continuestheUniformandPersonalEquipmentPolicyCommittee.
E.
informsmembersthat,forthepurposesofthisdirective,theterm"promoted"refersto
anychangeintitlecodeorpaygrade.
F.
informsmembersofthefollowingmajorrevisionstothisorder:
1.
Weatherexceptionsforfielduniformshavebeenrevised(U401,ItemVB)
2.
The summer exemption regarding uniform caps has been rescinded (U401,
ItemVIID)
3.
Theroundcrowncapmaybewornwithalluniformconfigurations(U401,Item
VIIA)
4.
Formembershiredorpromotedonoraftertheeffectivedateofthisdirective:
5.
6.
a.
certain outer garments must display the embroidered star, name

patch,unitdesignator,andbackpatch(U401,ItemXIJ3).
b.
certain optional uniform items will become prescribed items (U0401

01,ItemIIIA):
Definesthefollowingterms(U0401,ItemsXX,XXI,andXXII):
a.
ConservativeBusinessAttire
b.
CasualDress
c.
CovertDress
Discontinuestheuseofthe:
a.
summerdetailuniform
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7.
G.
II.
b.
knitcapand
c.
baseballstyledcapasaprescribedoralternateuniformitem.
OutlinesDepartmentpolicyonthevisibilityoftattoos.
satisfiesCALEALawEnforcementStandardChapter41.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A.
Allswornanduniformedcivilianmembersarerequiredto:
1.
own all prescribed uniform and equipment items for their rank or position as
specifiedbytheprovisionsofthisdirective.
NOTE:
2.
Members will own and maintain all prescribed uniform and

equipmentitemsthatwerethecurrentapproveditemsonor
aftertheirdateofhirememberswillnotwearanyuniformor
equipmentitemthatwasapprovedpriortotheirdateofhire
andsubsequentlyreplacedbyamorecurrentitem.
if attired in uniform or casual dress, wear the prescribed star, name tag, unit
designator, and rank insignia on their outermost garment and in view to the
public. Outermost garment includes uniform shirts, overshirt or MOLLE vest
carrier,uniformjacket,andfleecejackets.
NOTE:
When worn, all approved outermost uniform garments will

display the prescribed star, name tag, unit designator, and
rankinsignia.
3.
comply with the uniform standards and specifications established by this and
relateddirectives.
4.
appearneatlyattired,properlyequipped,andmaintainproperhygienewhileon
duty.
5.
wear or carry only prescribed, alternate, or optional items authorized by the

Departmentwhileonduty.
NOTE:
6.
Uniformed civilian members who receive a uniform

allowance are responsible for purchasing uniforms at their
own expense within two pay periods after employment.
Specificationsforuniformsandinsigniawillbedevelopedby
the Research and Development Division and distributed to
localretailuniformestablishments.
adhere to uniform/citizen's dress standards while appearing at dutyrelated

judicialproceedings.
a.
Whenaswornmemberisattiredinuniformatthetimeofanarrest,the
memberwillappearatrelatedjudicialproceedingsattiredinuniform.
b.
When a sworn member is attired in conservative business attire,

casualdress,orcovertdressatthetimeofanarrest,thememberwill
appear at related judicial proceedings attired in either uniform or
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conservative business attire as determined by the member's bureau

chief.
c.
B.
When a sworn member is subpoenaed to appear at dutyrelated

judicial proceedings but is not the arresting officer, the member may
appearattiredeitherinconservativebusinessattireoruniform.
AdherencetoUniformStandards
1.
All supervisors have the responsibility and authority to ensure that uniform
standardsarestrictlyobservedbybothswornanduniformedcivilianmembers.
Supervisors will direct members to replace items which do not meet
specifications or are worn beyond serviceability. Appropriate action will be
takenwhenmembersfailtomeetuniform/citizen'sdressrequirements.
2.
Any uniform and/or equipment item is subject to inspection by supervisory

personnel. Inspection of uniform apparel may include a visual inspection of
"approved"ChicagoPoliceDepartmentgarmentlabels.
C.
SpecialEventsAuthorization
The uniform for all sworn members assigned to special events or formal occasions
will be specified by the officer who issues the order establishing the assignment of
personnel. Normally, the uniform will be the seasonally prescribed dress uniform.
White gloves may be specified whenever the spring/fall or winter dress uniform is
authorized.
D.
AuthoritytoModify
E.
1.
When uniform/equipment modifications are anticipated by bureau chiefs, the

ResearchandDevelopmentDivisionmayberequestedtoassistindetermining
feasibility.
2.
Whenauniform/equipmentordressmodificationisadopted,awrittenbureau
directive will be issued. A copy will be forwarded to the Research and
DevelopmentDivision.Modificationsofcovertdressrequirementsformembers
assigned to covert duties will not require the issuance of a written bureau
directive.
3.
Bureau chiefs may authorize the wearing of appropriate dress for specific
memberswithintheirrespectivebureaus.
4.
The Medical Administrator is authorized to allow exceptions to uniform and

equipment requirements for medical reasons. Exceptions require a written
authorization. A copy will be retained in the member's Personnel File in the
member'sunitofassignment.
5.
Itemsnotlistedhereinorauthorizedformodificationmaybeevaluatedbythe
UniformandPersonalEquipmentPolicyCommitteeforrecommendationtothe
SuperintendentofPolice.
FormalDressPolicy
1.
TheFormalDressUniformistheClassAprescribeduniform,withblouse.
2.
Members required to wear Formal Dress Uniform for ceremonial or other

designatedoccasionswillnotwearsoftbodyarmor,afieldequippedutilitybelt,
or carry a baton or handcuffs unless otherwise directed by an exempt or
supervisorymember.
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3.
III.
The blouse may be substituted by the reefer or overcoat with prior

authorizationandnotificationbytheSuperintendent.
PERSONALAPPEARANCE
A.
Posters depicting Chicago Police Department Haircut Standards for male and female
personnel are located throughout the Department. These posters are offered as a
guideforinterpretingtheprovisionsofthisdirective.Supervisorypersonnelconducting
inspectionswillensurecompliancewiththesestandards.
B.
Onduty sworn and uniformed civilian members will be wellgroomed and meet the
followingstandards:
1.
Head hair will be neatly trimmed, shaped, and arranged and will not interfere
withtheexternaldesignoftheuniformcap.Foreheadhair(bangs),ponytails,
braids, etc., will not protrude from under the uniform cap's headband. Abun
type hairstyle may be worn below the edge of the cap and above the collar.
The uniform cap will fit firmly and comfortably around the largest part of the
head.
2.
A male member's hair will not extend below the top edge of the uniform shirt
collar nor cover any part of the ear. A female member's hair will not extend
belowthebottomedgeoftheuniformshirtcollar.
3.
Sideburns or hair worn in front of the ears will be neatly trimmed not extend
belowthelowestpartoftheearnotbeflaredbeofevenwidthandendwitha
horizontalline.
4.
Head hair will not be adorned with any type of ornamentation nor be styled,
sculpted,orcarvedinradicalfashionssuchasmohawk,dreadlocks,punk,new
wave,etc.
5.
Hair color will be limited to colors that are natural to the human species or
conservativeartificialvariations.
6.
Hairpinsorbarretteswillnotbeconspicuous.Hatpins,exposedclips,andany
othertypeofornamentationisprohibited.
7.
Amember'sfacewillbecleanshaven.Mustachesarepermissibleandwillbe
neatlytrimmedandnotbeexcessivelybushy,rolled,orcurled.Amustachewill
notextendbelowtheupperliporbeyondtheouterpointsofthemouth.
EXCEPTION:
8.
UponwrittenapprovalfromtheMedicalAdministrator,
beards may be worn in accordance with procedures
outlined in the Department directive entitled "Skin
ConditionsAggravatedbyShaving."
Awigorhairpiecewillconformtothesamestandardsasstipulatedfornatural
hair. The wearing of a wig or hairpiece to disguise normal appearance is
prohibited.
C.
Cosmetics will be applied conservatively. Exaggerated, radical, or unusual cosmetic

stylesareprohibited.
D.
Fingernails will not extend beyond the finger tips and will be kept clean. Fingernail
colors are limited to natural, clear, or conservative artificial tones. Multicolored or
ornamentallydecoratedfingernailsareprohibited.
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E.
Forcivilianandswornmembers,tattoosandbodybrandingswillnotbevisiblewhileon
dutyorrepresentingtheDepartment,whetherinuniform,conservativebusinessattire,
orcasualdress.
1.
Membersassignedtouniformdutywithtattoosorbodybrandingsontheirarms
orlegsthatarevisiblewhenwearingtheshortsleeveshirtorshortswillwear
the prescribed longsleeve shirt and long pants with appropriate neck wear,
regardlessofseason.
2.
Membersassignedtoconservativebusinessattireorcasualdresswithtattoos
or body brandings on their arms or legs will wear appropriate attire to cover
visibletattoos.
3.
Members with tattoos or body brandings on their hands, face, neck, or other
area not covered by a longsleeve shirt, long pants, or appropriate attire will
cover them with a matching skin tone adhesive bandage or tattoo cover up
tape.
4.
Membersassignedtocovertdresswilladheretostandardsapprovedbytheir
bureauchiefconsistentwithitemXXIIofthisdirective.
NOTE:
F.
IV.
V.
Shortsleeve shirts worn with tattoo coverup arm sleeves are

prohibited.
Members may be allowed to deviate from the above standards with prior written
authorizationfromtheirbureauchief.Thewrittenauthorizationwillbeforwardedtothe
member'sunitofassignmentandmaintainedinthemember'spersonnelfileacopywill
alsobeprovidedtothestationsupervisor/designatedunitsupervisor.
UNIFORMANDEQUIPMENTSPECIFICATIONS
A.
Uniform and personal equipment items are assigned a specification number. Each
specification references the technical requirements of uniform and equipment items
authorizedforusebyDepartmentmembers.
B.
TheUniform andEquipmentSpecificationsshouldbeconsultedfordetailedtechnical
specifications and additional information regarding authorizations and restrictions on
uniformandequipmentitemsdescribedinthisdirective.
C.
The Uniform and Equipment Specifications can be accessed via the Department
DirectiveSystem.
D.
Should there be any contradiction in specifications between the Uniform and

EquipmentSpecificationsandthisdirective,thisdirectivewilltakeprecedence.
SEASONALUNIFORMREQUIREMENTS
A.
Departmentmemberswilluseand/ormaintainuniformandequipmentitemsprescribed
fortheirrankorposition.
1.
Summer uniform garments and equipment will be worn/used from 1 June

through30September.
NOTE:
Uniformed members may choose to wear the long sleeve

shirt, which will be worn with appropriate neckwear. When
the short sleeve shirt is worn in conjunction with a uniform
blouse/coat/jacket,appropriateneckwearwillbeworn.
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B.
2.
Summer or winter uniform garments and equipment will be worn/used from 1

May through 31 May and 1 October through 31 October, dependingupon
temperature.
3.
Winteruniformgarmentsandequipmentwillbeworn/usedfrom1 November
through30April.
4.
The removable checkerboard cap band will be worn from 1 November

through30April.
WeatherExceptionsforFieldUniformsSwornandUniformedCivilianMembers.
1.
The jacket, with appropriate neckwear, may be worn when the temperature
fallsbelow60degrees.
2.
A long sleeve shirt and necktie or long sleeve shirt and turtleneck/mock
turtleneckmaybewornasanoutergarmentwhenthetemperaturereaches50
degreesorabove.
3.
The trooper cap may only be worn when the temperature falls below 40
degrees.
4.
Ashortsleeveshirt,opencollar,maybewornasanoutergarmentwhenthe
temperaturereaches70degreesorabove.
EXCEPTION:
5.
Thenylonmesh(ventilated)capisapprovedforsummeruseonly.
6.
The sweater may be worn as a field uniform outer garment at the member's
discretion at any time of the year, unless the assignment of the member is
governedbyadirectivewhichspecifiesarequireduniform.
7.
VI.
Members with tattoos or body brandings visible on

their arms when wearing a shortsleeve shirt will
conformtoItemIIIEofthisdirective.
a.
Whenwornasanoutergarment,thesweatermaybeworneitheropen
collaredorwiththeappropriateneckwear.
b.
When the sweater is not worn as an outer garment, the appropriate

neckwear must be worn, i.e., a necktie when worn with the Class B
uniformoraturtleneck,mockturtleneck,ordickeywhenwornwiththe
ClassCuniform.
Whenaturtleneck/mockturtleneckisworn,thetopbuttonoftheuniformshirt
willbewornunbuttoned.
INSPECTIONS
A.
Spring/FallDressUniformSworn
1.
Unit commanding officers will conduct an annual formal inspection of the

spring/fall dress uniform, including helmet, flashlight, personal aerosol OC
chemical device and holder, rainwear, personal soft body armor, respirator,
andIllinoisFirearmsOwnerIdentification(FOID)cardbetween1and10May.
2.
Unit commanding officers can verify the accuracy of a member's helmet
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numberbycontactingtheEquipmentandSupplySection.
3.
B.
C.
WinterDressUniformSworn
1.
Unitcommandingofficerswillconductanannualformalinspectionofthewinter
dress uniform, including the items listed in Item VIA1 of this directive,
between1and10November.
2.
Makeupinspectionswillbeconductedanddeficiencieswillbecorrectedwithin
7daysoftheformalinspection,oruponthemembersreturnfromanabsence
(medical,furlough,etc.).
FieldUniformsSwornandUniformedCivilianMembers
1.
D.
VII.
Makeupinspectionswillbeconductedanddeficiencieswillbecorrectedwithin
7daysoftheformalinspection,oruponthemembersreturnfromanabsence
(medical,furlough,etc.).
Stationsupervisors/designatedunitsupervisorswill:
a.
inspectuniformedmembersateveryrollcall.
b.
ensure that all members are properly and neatly attired with only
Departmentauthorizeduniformandequipmentitems.
2.
Deputy chiefs will make unannounced visits to roll calls at units within their
areastoobserveuniform/citizen'sdressinspections.
3.
Inspectors from the Inspections Division will observe roll call inspections and
reportanydeficienciesinaccordancewithexistingdirectives.
SpecialEvents:Supervisorypersonnelwillinspectofficersundertheircommandatall
specialevents.
UNIFORMCAPS
A.
Theuniformcapforthe:
1.
ClassAuniformis100%woolroundcrown.
2.
ClassBuniformistheroundcrown(yearround),nylonmesh(ventilated)cap
(summeronly),orapprovedtroopercap(winter/temperatureappropriate).
3.
ClassCuniformistheroundcrown(yearround),nylonmesh(ventilated)cap
(summeronly),ortroopercap(winter/temperatureappropriate).
B.
Thewoolroundcrowncapisauthorizedforwearwithbothdressandfielduniforms.
C.
Theclothroundcrown(Tactelnylon,Corduranylon,orAntronnylon,dependingupon
dateofhireandwinterjacket)isauthorizedforwearwithfielduniformsonly.
D.
Department members are required to wear the appropriate cap when on duty unless
exigentcircumstancesexist.
E.
Departmentmembersarenotrequiredtowearacapwhen:
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F.
G.
VIII.
1.
inaDepartmentvehicle,or
2.
inside a Department facility, unless standing roll call inspection or otherwise

directedbyasupervisor.
Allroundcrowncaps,specializedcaps,andutilitycapswillonlybewornsothatthe:
1.
billfacesforward,
2.
sweatbandrestsagainsttheforehead,belowthehairline,and
3.
bottomedgeofthecapisthesameheightabovebothears.
Thetroopercapwillonlybewornsothatthe:
1.
shieldfacesforward,
2.
bottomedgerestsagainsttheforehead,belowthehairline,and
3.
bottomedgeofthecapisthesameheightabovebothears.
UNIFORMSHIRTS
A.
Shortsleeve uniform shirts will be completely buttoned with the exception of the top
collarbutton.
B.
Uniform shirts will be fully tucked into the trousers and worn so that the shirt buttons
are:
1.
centeredonthefrontofthewearer,
2.
verticallyalignedwitheachother,and
3.
inverticalalignmentwiththezipperedflyoftheuniformtrousers.
C.
Theedgeoftheuniformshirtsplacket(onthewearersrightside)willalignvertically
withtherightedgeofthebeltbuckleandtherightedgeofthezipperplacketcreatinga
proper"gigline."
D.
Thesleevesofundershirtswillnotextendbeyondthesleeveoftheuniformshirt.
E.
NonDepartmentapproved turtleneck/mock turtleneck shirts, colored undershirts, and

shirts with printed messages/illustrations which may be seen through a uniform shirt
areprohibited.
F.
Whenassignedtoadministrativedutiesinsideapolicefacility,regardlessofseasonal
uniformrequirements,uniformedmembersmayweartheprescribedshortsleeveshirt
withoutanecktie.
EXCEPTION:
G.
Memberswithtattoosorbodybrandingsvisibleontheirarms
whenwearingashortsleeveshirtwillconformtoItemIIIEof
thisdirective
Whenasweateriswornasanoutergarment,theuniformshirtmaybeworneitherwith
appropriate neckwear or worn open collared as described in Item VB6 of this
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directive.
H.
IX.
X.
UNIFORMBELTS
A.
When assigned to uniformed field duties, members will wear the equipment belt in
conjunctionwiththetrouserbelt.
B.
Theequipmentbeltwillbewornsothat:
1.
itcompletelycoversthetrouserbelt.
2.
therightedgeofthebuckle(onthewearersrightside)isinverticalalignment
withtherightedgeofboththeshirtplacketandthezipperplacket.
3.
theendofthebelt(tail),afterthebuckle,willnotextendlessthan1ormore
than5pastthebuckle.
C.
For members hired after 14 February 2012, a minimum of four belt keepers will be
wornwiththetwobeltsystem:oneinfrontoftheholster,onebehindtheholster,one
behind the magazine pouch or speed loader pouch, and one at the back of the belt
system.
D.
For members hired before 14 February 2012, it is recommended that a minimum of

four belt keepers be worn with the twobelt system: one in front of the holster, one
behindtheholster,onebehindthemagazinepouchorspeedloaderpouch,andoneat
thebackofthebeltsystem.
E.
Sweaterswillbetuckedintothewaistbandofthetrouserorbloused.
1.
Thesweaterwillnotcoverorobscurethebeltoranyequipmentonthebelt.
2.
Thebeltwillnotbeworndirectlyoverthesweater.
UNIFORMTROUSERS
A.
Memberswillonlywearapproveduniformtrouserswhenassignedtouniformedduties.
B.
Theuniformtrouserforthe:
C.
XI.
Members will not wear the embroidered star, nametag, and unit designator on the
uniformshirt.
1.
ClassAuniformisthe100%woolfourpockettrouser.
2.
ClassBuniformisthepolyesterblendfourpockettrouser.
3.
ClassCuniformisthepolyesterblendcargotrouser.
Uniformtrouserswillnotbeblousedoveranyuniformfootwear.
UNIFORMINSIGNIAANDSERVICETENURE
A.
InsigniaDisplay
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1.
Department sworn members of the rank of sergeant and above will wear the
appropriate insignia of rank on their uniform outer garments, consistent with
ItemXICofthisdirective.
2.
Lieutenantsandabove:
a.
will always wear the miniature insignia on both collar points of the
shortandlongsleeveduniformshirtandthefullsizeinsigniaonboth
epaulets of all other outer uniform garments excluding overshirt vest
carriers.
b.
may wear their insignia of rank using the embroidered option

describedinUniformSpecificationNo.060403.
NOTE:
B.
C.
The wearing of embroidered star, name tag, unit

designation attached by hook and loop, back
POLICEpatch,andrankinsigniaisrequiredifthe
memberwearsafleecejacket.
Insigniaofrankareasfollows:
1.
SuperintendentofPolice4silvercoloredstars.
2.
FirstDeputySuperintendent3silvercoloredstars.
3.
Chief2silvercoloredstars.
4.
DeputyChief1silvercoloredstar.
5.
Commander,Coordinator,andDirector1silvercoloredoakleaf.
6.
Captain2silvercoloredbars.
7.
Lieutenant1silvercoloredbar.
8.
InspectorInspectorswillweartheuniformofcaptainofpolicewithnoinsignia
of rank and the appropriate Chicago Police goldcolored star on their uniform
outergarment.
9.
Sergeant3chevrons.
InsigniaPlacement
1.
Stars
a.
Fullsizeinsigniawillbecenteredontheepauletandspacedevenly
between the epaulet button and the shoulder seam. The bottom two
points of the stars are to be directed toward the front of the uniform.
Insigniawillbe1"insizeandhaveasmoothfinish.
b.
Miniature insignia will be centered on a horizontal line between the

topandbottomedgesofthecollar.Theleadingorforwardedgewillbe
1/2" from the front edge of the collar. The upper point of the insignia
will point toward the top edge of the collar. Insignia for single and
doublestarswillbe5/8"insizeandhaveasmoothfinish.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
D.
OakLeaves
a.
Fullsize insignia will be centered on the epaulet, with the bottom

edgeofthestemspaced1/2"fromtheshoulderseam.Insigniawillbe
1"insizeandhaveafullyembossedfinish.
b.
Miniatureinsigniawillbecenteredbetweenthetopandbottomedges
of the collar. The bottom of the oak leaf stem will be directed toward
the collar point. The leading edge of the insignia will be spaced 1/2"
fromthefrontedgeofthecollar.Insigniawillbe3/4"insizeandhavea
fullyembossedfinish.
Bars
a.
Fullsize insignia will be centered on the epaulet, with the length of

thebar(s)paralleltotheshoulderseam.Thelongeredgeofthebar(s)
willbespaced1/2"fromtheshoulderseam.Insigniawillbe1"insize
andhaveasmoothfinish.
b.
Miniatureinsigniawillbecenteredbetweenthetopandbottomedges
of the collar. The longer edge of the bar(s) will be spaced 1/2" from,
andparallelto,thefrontedgeofthecollar.Insigniawillbe3/4"insize
andhaveasmoothfinish.
Chevrons
a.
Three chevrons, as specified in the Uniform and Equipment

Specifications Manual, will be worn on all uniform shirts and outer
garments, with the exception of rainwear, by members of the rank of
sergeant.Chevronspointswillfaceup.
b.
Shirtplacementchevronswillbecenteredandsewnonbothuniform
shirtsleeves,withtheupperpointofthechevron43/4"downfromthe
shoulderseams.
c.
Outergarmentschevronswillbecenteredandsewnonbothsleeves
of all outer garments, with the exception of rainwear, with the upper
pointofthechevron5"downfromtheshoulderseams.
PatchInsignia
a.
A field training officer patch insignia, as specified in the Uniform and

Equipment Specifications, will be worn by sworn members appointed
tothepositionoffieldtrainingofficeronalluniformshirtsanduniform
outergarments,withtheexceptionofrainwear.
b.
The insignia will be centered and sewn on each sleeve. The point of
the top of the insignia will be positioned between 4 3/4" and 5 1/2"
fromtheshoulderseamforinsigniasewnonuniformshirtsand51/2"
forallotheruniformoutergarments.
CrossDepartmentchaplainswillweartheuniformoflieutenantofpolicewith
no insignia of rank. Department chaplains will wear a silvercolored cross on
each lapel of the uniform blouse and overcoat. A cross will be worn near the
collar points on all other uniform outer garments including the uniform shirt.
The appropriate Chicago goldcolored star will be worn on the uniform outer
garment.
UnitAssignmentDesignator
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1.
Each member will be issued two unit assignment designators indicating the
member'scurrentassignment(i.e.,district,bureau,oroffice).
2.
The unit assignment designator will be positioned so that it will be clearly

visible below the member's nameplate. The combined nameplate/unit
designatorwillbewornontheuniformoutergarment(exceptrainwear).
3.
A sworn member who is transferred to another unit will return Department

issuedunitdesignatorstotheunitsecretaryoftheunitfromwhichthemember
isbeingtransferred.Unitdesignatorswillbeissuedbytheunitsecretaryofthe
newunitofassignment.
4.
Lost unit assignment designators will be replaced at the member's expense.

Additional unit assignment designators may be purchased from local uniform
retailers.
5.
Unit commanding officers will maintain a sufficient supply of unit assignment

designators. Unit assignment designators may be requisitioned from the
EquipmentandSupplySectionviaaMaterialRequisitionform(CPD34.622).
E.
PrescribedStarsandCivilianBadges
Swornmembersandauthorizedcivilianmemberswillweartheprescribedstar/badge
asspecifiedintheUniformandEquipmentSpecifications.Theprescribedstar/civilian
badgewillbepositionedontheleftbreastoftheuniformoutergarment.
F.
UniformCapShield/Insignia
G.
H.
1.
Uniformedpersonnelwillaffixtheprescribedcapshield/insigniatothefrontof
theroundcrowncap.
2.
Swornexemptpersonnel,captains,andlieutenantswillweara1/2"widegold
braid encircling the front half of the round crown cap. In addition, exempt
personnelcapswillhavethetopfrontofthevisorembroideredwithtwoarcsof
oakleaveswithacornsingoldthread.
3.
Sergeantswillwearagoldcordencirclingthefronthalfoftheroundcrowncap.
4.
Members authorized to wear the specialized cap will affix the prescribed
shoulder patch or an embroidered replica of the prescribed shoulder patch,
commensuratewiththemember'srank,tothefrontofthecap.
ShoulderPatches
1.
Unlessotherwisespecified,theChicagoPoliceDepartmentshoulderpatchand
the City of Chicago flag patch will be sewn on sworn members shirts and all
otheruniformoutergarments(withtheexceptionofrainwear).
2.
Uniformed civilian members will wear the shoulder patch prescribed for their
jobtitleasoutlinedintheUniformandEquipmentSpecifications.
ServiceTenureInsignia
1.
Service bars and stars will be positioned as outlined in the Uniform and
EquipmentSpecifications.
2.
Uponcompletionofthebelowlistedperiodofservice,uniformedmembersare
required to wear service bar(s) and/or star(s) on uniform outer garments with
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theexceptionofshirts,rainwear,leatherjackets,woolovercoats,andsweaters
authorizedasanoutergarment.
I.
J.
a.
5years1bar.
b.
10years2bars.
c.
15years3bars.
d.
20years1goldstar.
e.
25years1goldstarand1bar.
f.
30years1goldstarand2bars.
g.
35years1goldstarand3bars.
h.
40years2goldstars.
DepartmentAwards
1.
Department awards will be worn in a manner consistent with the directive

entitled Proper Uniform Display and Order of Precedence of Department
Awards.
2.
Departmentawardswillnotbewornonsweaters,fleecejackets,orrainwear.
OuterGarmentEmbroideredPatches
1.
Outergarment embroidered patches are described in Uniform Specification

No.060403.
2.
Outergarmentembroideredpatchesconsistofthefollowingitems:
3.
a.
Starpatchwithmembersstarnumber,
b.
Namepatchwithmemberscorrectlastname,
c.
Unitdesignatorpatch,
d.
Membersrankinsignia(lieutenantsandaboveonly),and
e.
POLICEpatchforbackofselectgarments.
Sworn members are authorized to wear outergarment embroidered patches

onthefollowinguniformitems:
a.
overshirtvestcarriers,
b.
sweaters,
c.
fleecejackets,
d.
winterjackets.
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NOTE:
4.
Outergarmentembroideredpatcheswillnotbewornonuniformshirts,leather
jackets,reefers,blouses,orrainwear.
5.
The POLICE patch will be affixed to the back of overshirt vest carriers and
fleecejacketsonly.
6.
Star patch, name patch, members rank, and POLICE back patch must be
sewndirectlyontothegarment.
NOTE:
XII.
Formembershiredorpromoted(changeintitlecodeorpay
grade)onoraftertheeffectivedateofthisdirectiveandfor
alloutergarmentspurchasedonoraftertheeffectivedateof
thisdirective,allabovelistedoutergarmentswilldisplaythe
embroidered star, name patch/unit designator and back
patch(ifapplicable).
Outergarment embroidered patches cannot be purchased,

sold,orwornseparately.
7.
Theunitdesignatorpatchmaybeaffixedwithhookandloop.
8.
Rankinsigniawillnotbeaffixedtoovershirtvestcarriers.
SOFTBODYARMOR
A.
B.
The wearing of soft body armor, both the front and rear panels, by all sworn
memberswhileintheperformanceoffielddutiesisMANDATORY.
1.
The Department will provide the first issue of soft body armor to all sworn
members.Thisequipmentisclassifiedasthemember'spersonalequipment.
2.
Individually, members are responsible for the care and maintenance of their
personal soft body armor. Should this item become lost, stolen, damaged, or
worn beyond serviceability, the individual officer will be responsible for
replacement.
3.
The chief of each bureau and the exempt commanding officer for each unit
within the Office of the Superintendent and the Office of the First Deputy
Superintendent will issue written directives which designate, by duty
assignment, which members under their command are not required to wear
softbodyarmor.
4.
Sworn members who are not required to wear soft body armor will have it
readilyavailableduringdutyhours.
AuthorizedSoftBodyArmor
1.
Swornmembersareauthorizedtousesoftbodyarmorthatmeetsorexceeds
ballistic Protection Threat Level II as prescribed in the most current National
Institute of Justice (NIJ) standard. Soft body armor will contain a
manufacturer'slabelattestingtoNIJcertification.
2.
Aswornmemberwillnotwearsoftbodyarmorwhichhassustainedtheimpact
ofagunshotorwhentheballisticpanelisripped,torn,punctured,creased,or
otherwisedamaged.
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3.
C.
D.
E.
XIII.
Authorized soft body armor will be constructed with aramid fibers, such as
Kevlar.BallisticpanelscontainingZylonfibersarenotauthorized.
ReplacementofSoftBodyArmor
1.
A sworn member whose soft body armor is unavoidably damaged in the

performance of duty may seek the temporary loan of soft body armor by
submitting a ToFrom Subject report directly to the Crime Prevention and
InformationCenter(CPIC),addressedtotheFirstDeputySuperintendentand
approvedbythemember'sstationsupervisor/designatedunitsupervisor,along
withcopiesofrelateddocuments.
2.
Amemberissuedtemporaryreplacementsoftbodyarmorwill beresponsible
forthepropercare,laundering,maintenance,andreturnofthesoftbodyarmor
toCPIC.
3.
TemporaryissueDepartmentsoftbodyarmorwillbereturnedtoCPICwithin
14daysfromthedateofissue.Ifthemembermustretainthesoftbodyarmor
for more than 14 days, a ToFromSubject report requesting an
extension,addressed to the First Deputy Superintendent and approved by the
member's station supervisor/designated unit supervisor, will be submitted
directly to CPIC. This report will contain an explanation of the need for an
extension.
4.
With the approval of the Superintendent, the Department will arrange for the
replacementofanybodyarmorwhichsavedtheofficerfromseriousinjuryor
death,atnocosttothemember.
During the Department winter uniform inspection, all sworn members will present the
followingitemstotheirunitcommandingofficerforinspection:
1.
Both front and back ballistic vest panels, each exposed with appropriate
identificationpatchesattachedbythemanufacturer.
2.
Ballisticpanelcarrier.
3.
Approvedovershirtvestcarrier,ifused.
Theunitcommandingofficerwillinspecteachmembersballisticpanelstoensurethey
meet uniform specifications. Members who present panels that do not meet uniform
specifications will be advised to replace such panels with panels that conform to
Departmentspecifications.
SOFTBODYARMORCOVER/CARRIER
A.
Thepolyester/cottonballisticpanelcoverwillnotbewornexposed.
B.
The overshirt vest carrier will be worn over the uniform shirt and may be worn year
round.
C.
Theapprovedblackovershirtvestcarriermaybewornovertheapprovedsweaterwith
thefollowingrestrictions:
1.
Thesweaterwillbetuckedintothewaistbandofthetrouserorbloused,
2.
Thesweatermustbeapulloverstyle,
NOTE:
The overshirt vest carrier will not be worn over a zipup
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sweater.
3.
All other specifications regarding the approved sweater and black ballistic
carrierwillbefollowed.
NOTE:
D.
Blue and white overshirt vest carriers will not be worn over the
sweater.
TheDepartmentauthorizesuseofthefollowingsoftbodyarmorcarriers:
1.
Cordura Nylon Overshirt Carrier a carrier that resembles a uniform shirt

withoutsleevesoracollar.Theuniformovershirtcarrier:
a.
willbeblackincolor,
b.
willbemadeofCorduranylon,
c.
maybewornasanoutergarmentwhentheshirtisauthorizedasan
outergarment,
d.
mayhaveoptionallowerslitpockets,and,
e.
maybewornwithleatherorsyntheticleatherdutygear.
NOTE:
2.
MOLLEOvershirtCarrieracarrierthatallowsfortheattachmentofMOLLE
compatiblepouches.TheMOLLEovershirtcarrier:
a.
willbeblackincolor,
b.
willbemadeofCorduranylon,
c.
maybewornasanoutergarmentwhentheshirtisauthorizedasan
outergarment,
d.
may only be worn with the Class C uniform as described in the

Departmentdirectiveentitled"UniformClassifications,"and
e.
mayonlybewornwithballisticnylondutygear.
NOTE:
3.
NOTE:
All Cordura overshirt carriers purchased on or after the

effective date of this directive will display the embroidered
star,nametag,unitdesignationattachedbyhookandloop,
andback"POLICE"patch.
MOLLE overshirt carriers will display the embroidered star,

name tag, unit designation attached by hook and loop, and
backPOLICEpatch.
BusinessAttireCarrieracarrierthatresemblesaconventionalvestwhich
may be worn with a suit or sport coat. The business attire carrier will be of a
color and fabric which is compatible with conservative business attire. This
carrier is authorized for use by members authorized to wear conservative
businessattireasdefinedinthisdirective.
Any blue or whitecolored soft body armor carrier purchased and

wornpriorto18October2010willremainapprovedforthelifetimeof
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that carrier. Quilted nylon soft body armor carriers will not be worn
as outer garments unless the member is engaged in a temporary
indoorassignment.
XIV.
E.
Soft body armor carriers will not have any firearm holster sewn on or attached to its
exterior.
F.
Whenworn,overshirtcarrierswillbefastenedorsecuredinamannerconsistentwith
theirconstructionovershirtcarrierswillnothangopenorunfastened.
DEPARTMENTHELMETREQUIREMENTS
A.
Swornmembersarerequiredtopossesahelmet,faceshield,andcarryingbagandto
havetheseitemsreadilyavailableatalltimes.
B.
Sworn members are responsible for the care and maintenance of the helmet, face
shield,andcarryingbag.
C.
If the helmet is lost, stolen, or damaged, the member will submit a copy of the
appropriatecasereportandotherapplicablereportstotheirunitcommandingofficer.
D.
Thehelmetwillbewornwhen:
1.
operatingamotorcycleorPoliceAllPurposeVehicle(PAPV).
NOTE:
2.
directedbyaDepartmentbureauordivisionorder.
3.
directedbyarankingofficerduringanemergencysituation.
NOTE:
XV.
An alternate Departmentissued vehicle use duty helmet

may be worn at the direction of the appropriate unit
commanding officer provided its certified protection
conformstoFMVSS218(D.O.T.).
Thehelmetwillbewornwithallstrapsproperlyfastened.
E.
The member's star number will be affixed to the helmet immediately above and
following the contour of the points of the star emblem. Star numbers can be
requisitionedfromtheEquipmentandSupplySection.
F.
MembersassignedtobicyclepatrolorSegwaydutieswillweartheDepartmentissued
bicyclesafetyhelmetwhenengagedinmobilepatrol.Thehelmetwillbewornwithall
strapsproperlyfastened.
G.
Headcoverswornunderthehelmetforwarmthwillbeblackornavyblueincolor.
HANDCUFFS/RESTRAININGDEVICES
A.
In accordance with the Department directive entitled "Restraining Arrestees" and

relateddirectives,swornmembers,whileperformingfieldduties,arerequiredtocarry
anduseapprovedhandcuffs/disposablerestrainingdevices.
B.
Swornmemberswhosedateofappointmentisafter1December1991arerequiredto
ownandcarryDepartmentapprovedhandcuffs.
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C.
XVI.
XVII.
Handcuffs / disposable restraining devices will be carried concealed or within a

prescribedcarryingcase.
FLASHLIGHTS
A.
The prescribed flashlight , auxiliary flashlight , and optional flashlight holder will
conform to the specifications described in the uniform specification entitled
Flashlights.
B.
The prescribed flashlight will be carried by all uniformed Department members

assignedtofieldduties.
C.
Uniformed members assigned to field duties may carry an auxiliary flashlight in

additiontotheprescribedflashlight.
D.
Members assigned to casual, conservative, or covert dress may carry an auxiliary

flashlightinlieuoftheprescribedflashlight.
E.
Membersofspecializedunitswhohavewrittenapprovalonfilefromtheircommanding
officerareauthorizedtouseDepartmentissuedlightingdeviceswhichdifferfromthe
specificationstatedabovewhileintheperformanceoftheirassignedduties.
F.
Flashlights are prohibited for use as an attachment to or designed to attach to an

impactweapon.
G.
Theprescribedflashlight,auxiliaryflashlight,andoptionalflashlightholderarepersonal
equipmentitemsandeachmemberisresponsibleforthecareandmaintenanceofthis
equipment.
H.
Pistolmounted lights are authorized under the Department directive entitled

SemiautomaticPistolMountedLights.
BATTLEDRESSUNIFORM(BDU)ANDRIOTCONTROLKITEQUIPMENT
A.
TheBDUandRiotControlKitequipmentaredescribedinUniformSpecificationsNo.
U060306andU060305,respectively.
B.
BDUsand/orriotcontrolkitequipmentwillonlybeworn:
1.
byswornDepartmentmembers.
2.
uponauthorizationbythechiefoftheappropriatebureau.
C.
No other items will be worn by any Chicago Police officer with the BDU and/or riot
controlequipmentunlessauthorizedbythechiefoftheappropriatebureau.
D.
NoapprovedoptionalitemswillbewornwiththeBDUorriotcontrolequipmentsothat
itcoversorobscuresthewearingofficersnameorstarnumber.
E.
Uponauthorizationfromanincidentcommander,officersassignedtoanincidentwho
arewearingtheriotcontrolequipmentmaywearaprotectivebalaclavaprovidedthat
thebalaclavais:
1.
blackincolor,and
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2.
F.
G.
H.
XVIII.
worninsuchamannerthatthefaceisnotcovered.
OfficersmaywearanapprovedtacticalshirtinlieuoftheBDUshirtprovided:
1.
theofficerwearsablackovershirtvestcarrierand/orriotgearoverthetactical
shirt,and
2.
the officer does not remove the overshirt vest carrier and/or riot gear at any
timewhilewithintheviewofthepublic.
anygarmentwornundertheBDUuniformthatisexposedtoviewwillbe:
1.
whiteorblackincolorifatshirt,or
2.
blackincolorifaturtleneck,and
3.
freeoranywording,lettering,orornamentation.
Riotcontrolequipmentoffersnoballisticprotection.
MEMBERUSEOFDEPARTMENTEQUIPMENT
A.
Department members will comply with all Department directives when using
Departmentequipment.
B.
ImproperuseofDepartmentequipmentincludes:
C.
1.
lossormisuseofanyDepartmentequipment.
2.
unauthorizedmodificationofDepartmentequipment.
3.
the exchange or loan of the prescribed star/badge, cap shield, and/or unit
assignmentdesignator.
Procedurespursuanttodeath,separation,termination,suspension,leaveofabsence,
changeofassignment,ortransfertothedisabilitypensionrollsareasfollows:
1.
Individual members are responsible for the prompt return of all Department
propertyincluding,butnotlimitedto,Departmentphotoidentificationcard,star
/badge,capshield,helmet,baton,unitassignmentdesignator,andgasmask
(ifissued).
2.
If a suspension, leave of absence, or transfer to the disability pension rolls is

known or anticipated to be longer than 30 days, or if a member is to be
separated or terminated, the affected member's unit commanding officer will
ensure the prompt return of all Departmentissued items to the Director,
HumanResourcesDivision.Theunitcommandingofficerwillalsoforwardthe
affected member's personnel records and final paycheck to the Human
ResourcesDivision,unlessotherwisenotified.
3.
Incaseofdeath,thedeceasedmember'sunitcommandingofficerwillensure
the prompt return of all Department property and the member's personnel
recordstotheHumanResourcesDivision.Themember'sfinalpaycheckwillbe
retainedintheunitforfourdayspendingthereturnofallDepartmentproperty.
If all items are not returned, the paycheck will be forwarded to the Human
ResourcesDivision.
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4.
XIX.
If a suspension or leave of absence is less than 30 days in duration, all

Department property and the member's personnel records will be retained in
themember'sunitofassignment/detail,wheretheywillbesecuredbytheunit
commandingofficer.
MISCELLANEOUSAUTHORIZATIONS/EXEMPTIONSANDPROHIBITIONS
A.
WhileondutymemberswillcarrytheidentificationcardandprescribedChicagoPolice
StarissuedbytheDepartmentandavalidIllinoisFirearmsOwnerIdentification(FOID)
cardandDriver'sLicense.
B.
Whenassignedtouniformduty,memberswillwearacompleteuniform,includingthe
appropriate cap. Clothing and equipment will be properly buttoned, fastened, or
zipperedwheninpublicview.
C.
When an outer garment is removed, the prescribed star/badge, nameplate / unit

designator, and appropriate insignia of rank will be worn on the uniform shirt. Body
insulators and the quilted nylon soft body armor carriers will not be worn as outer
garmentsunlessthememberisengagedinatemporaryindoorassignment.
D.
Whiteglovesaretobewornonlywhenspecified.
E.
Raincoatsandraincapsare:
1.
prescribeditems,howevertheuseoftheseitemsisoptional.
2.
authorizedforuseduringinclementweatheronly.
F.
Prescribed/dress uniform footwear will be solid black in color by the manufacturer,

including all portions of the upper, toe, heel, outsole, tongue, laces, eyelets, and
stitching.Therewillbenomanufacturer'slogosvisible.
G.
Field uniform footwear will be solid black in color by the manufacturer, including all
portions of the upper, toe, heel, outsole, tongue, laces, eyelets, stitching, and any
manufacturer'slogos.
H.
Departmentmembersassignedtounitsauthorizedtowearspecializeduniforms(e.g.,
Forensic Services Division, Mounted Unit, Marine Unit) are authorized to wear their
specificspecializeduniformwhileperformingunitrelatedduties.
I.
Memberswillnot:
1.
weartheprescribedstar/badge,photoidentificationcard,capshield/insignia
or any identifiable uniform garment while off duty unless authorized by the
SuperintendentofPolice.
2.
weartheuniformwhileonsuspension.
3.
wearexposedsuspenderswhileinuniform.
4.
wear shoes that are not authorized or are unshined, dirty, or worn beyond
serviceability.
5.
wearauniformcapfromwhichthegrommethasbeenremovedoraltered.
6.
turnuporrollsleevesoftheiruniformorconservativebusinessattireshirt.
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J.
7.
wearanexposedholsterwhichextendsmorethan10"belowthetrouserbelt
line.
8.
conceal or alter the star, badge, cap shield / insignia, or nameplate / unit
designatorwhileinuniform.
9.
holdsmokingparaphernaliaorotheritems(e.g.,gum,toothpicks,confections,
etc.)inthemouth,exposedtopublicviewwhileonduty.
10.
have in their possession or use personal radios, televisions, amusement

games / devices, tape recorders/CD players, or cameras while on duty,
unless otherwise authorized by their unit commanding officer. Personal
cellular phones or other electronic telecommunications devices will be worn
onthebeltorcarriedconcealed.
11.
wearshoulderholstersexposed.
12.
wear iridescent, brightly colored, or nonconservative personal items (e.g.,

eyeglass/sunglassframes,pens,watches,etc.)whileinuniform.
13.
carryexposedbillfolds,personalkeys,etc.
14.
wear or use a personal Bluetoothtype earpiece while interacting with any

personinanofficialcapacityorduringanyorganizedDepartmentdetail,such
asparades,rallies,etc.
Swornmemberswillhaveintheirpossessionthefollowingitemswhileonduty:
1.
Prescribedfirearm,fullyloadedwithDepartmentauthorizedammunition.
2.
Prescribedholster.
3.
Authorizedamountofextraammunition.
4.
Prescribed equipment belt, when assigned to uniformed law enforcement

duties.
5.
Prescribedtrouserbelt.
6.
Authorizedammunitionpouchand/ormagazinecase/speedloader.
7.
Handcuffs/disposablerestrainingdevice,whenrequiredbydutyassignment.
8.
PrescribedChicagoPoliceStar.
9.
Departmentphotoidentificationcard.
10.
ValidIllinoisFirearmsOwnerIdentification(FOID)card.
11.
ValidIllinoisDriver'sLicense.
12.
Watchorothertimekeepingdevice.
13.
Ballpointpenwithblackink.
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14.
Departmentauthorizedbatonorexpandablebaton,iftrained
15.
PersonalaerosolOCchemicaldevice,whenrequiredbydutyassignment.
16.
Softbodyarmor,whenrequiredbydutyassignment.
17.
Trafficsafetyvest.
a.
All Department members will wear their traffic safety vest when
assignedtodirecttraffic,whenanyotherassignmentputsthemember
withintheflowoftraffic,orwhensodirectedbyasupervisor.
NOTE:
b.
K.
Trafficsafetyvestsarenotrequiredtobewornwhen
amemberisconductingavehiclestop.
Trafficsafetyvestswillbewornfullyzipped.
Uniformedmemberswillnotwearanyofthefollowingitemsatanytimewhileonduty.
Swornmembersassignedtoconservativebusinessattireorcasualdresswillnotwear
any of following items while on duty, unless authorized in writing by the member's
bureauchief:
1.
anyvisiblefacialorearornamentation/jewelry,piercedorotherwise.
2.
anyvisibleneckchains,medals,medallions,ornecklace.
3.
anyvisibleankleorwristbracelet.Abraceletcontainingmedicalinformationis
permissible.
4.
morethanthreefingerrings.
5.
anyunauthorizedinsigniaorpin.
L.
Tie bars or tie tacks will be plain white and/or yellow metal. A tie bar's vertical
dimensionwillnot exceed 1/4" horizontal dimension will not exceed the width of the
tietietackswillnotbelargerthan3/4"by3/4."Tietackswillbecenteredtiebarswill
becenteredandatarightangletothetie.
M.
AsinglemetalorplasticminiaturereplicaoftheflagoftheUnitedStatesofAmericaor
the City of Chicago may be worn as a collar or pocket pin, lapel pin, tie tack/bar. A
single military pin or tie tack/bar device may be worn if a member has served in the
militaryforcesoftheUnitedStates.Whenthedeviceiswornasatietackorpin,itwill
notexceed3/4"indiameter.Whenaflagormilitaryservicepinisworn,itwillhavea
clasp,button,pin,orposttypefasteningassembly.
1.
Documentation of military service tenure must be on file with the Human

Resources Division before a member is authorized to wear a military service
pin.
2.
Authorizedmilitaryservicepinswilldepictoneofthefollowing:
a.
specificbranch,unit,ormilitaryoccupationalspecialty.
b.
specificmilitarybranchwithhonorabledischarge.
c.
Americanlegion,VeteranofForeignWars,orAmvetlogos.
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N.
3.
An authorized flag or military service pin can be worn only on the lowerright
corner of the left pocket flap whenever the uniform shirt is worn as the outer
garment. When the uniform necktie is worn in conjunction with the uniform
shirt, an authorized flag or military service pin may be worn on the necktie.
When the uniform outer garment is other than the uniform shirt, a flag or
militaryservicepinmaybewornonthelowercorneroftheleftcollar.
4.
Flags may be displayed as either waving or fully extended and will not be
largerthan3/4"by3/4."Whenworn,aflagormilitarypinwillbedisplayedinits
conventionaluprightposition.
DuringtheentiremonthofMay(only),allDepartmentmembersmayelecttodisplay
the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Citation Bar or Lapel Pin, in
accordancewiththerestrictionsdetailedbelow.
1.
SwornUniformedMembers/UniformedCivilianMembers
All uniformed members may elect to display the National Law Enforcement
OfficersMemorialFundCitationBar.Thefollowingrestrictionsapply
a.
b.
UniformShirt:
(1)
Onshirtswithpocketflaps,thecitationbarwillbepositioned
centered on the left flap, approximately one inch below the
finishedflapseam.
(2)
On shirts without flaps, the citation bar will be positioned

centered above the patch pocket, approximately one inch
abovethepockettop.
OuterGarment:
(1)
Onoutergarmentswithabreastpocket,the citationbarwill
be positioned centered on the upper left flap, approximately
oneinchbelowthefinishedflapseam.
(2)
On outer garments without a breast pocket, with a single

exterior flapped patch pocket, the citation bar will be
positioned centered on the left flap, approximately one inch
belowthefinishedflapseam.
NOTE:
2.
The citation bar is prohibited from being

displayed upon rain wear or the
Commandostyle sweater, or any other
garmentwhichwouldrequirepiercingofthe
outershellorinnerliner.
CivilianandSwornConservativeBusinessAttiredMembers
a.
AllDepartmentmembersassignedtodutiesinconservativebusiness
attire may elect to wear the National Law Enforcement Officers
MemorialFundLapelPin.
b.
The following restrictions apply. A Department member may elect to

wearonepininanyofthefollowingmanners:
(1)
collarpin,
(2)
pocketpin,
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XX.
lapelpin,
(4)
orasatietack.
CONSERVATIVEBUSINESSATTIRE
A.
DressRequirementsSwornMembers
1.
Swornmemberswhoareauthorizedtowearconservativebusinessattirewill:
a.
b.
B.
XXI.
(3)
wearattirethatincludesthefollowing:
(1)
MaleMembers
Suit or sport coat with trousers, shirt, necktie, shoes, and
socks. When in a police facility and not in public view, the
sportcoatorsuitcoatmayberemoved.
(2)
FemaleMembers
A dress, suit, or blazertype jacket with blouse and/or
sweater in combination with slacks or skirt, shoes, and
socks/hose.
maintainafullandcompleteseasonaluniform,includingriothelmet,at
theirunitofassignmentordistrictstation.
2.
Denim fabrics, leisure, and exercisestyled apparel are prohibited unless

otherwiseauthorizedinwritingbyanexemptcommandingofficer.
3.
Swornmembersassignedtofielddutiesareprohibitedfromwearingsandalsor
shoeswithaheelheighthigherthantwoinches.
4.
Articles of clothing will be clean, well pressed, and conservative in color and
design.
5.
When required or as directed by supervisory personnel, the prescribed star

and/or photo identification card will be worn on outer garments. When in a
Departmentfacility,theidentificationcardwillbewornsuchthatthememberis
readilyidentified.
6.
The appropriate bureau chief may modify, in writing, the provisions of

conservative business attire requirements whenever a member's duty
assignmentsorequires.
DressRequirementsCivilianMembers
1.
Civilian members will present a "businesslike" appearance. Denim fabrics,

leisure,andexercisestyledapparelareprohibitedunlessotherwiseauthorized
in writing by an exempt commanding officer. Articles of clothing will be clean
andwellpressed,conservativeincoloranddesign.
2.
When in a Department facility, the photo identification card will be worn such
thatthememberisreadilyidentified.
CASUALDRESS
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A.
DressRequirementsSwornMembers
1.
B.
XXII.
Swornmemberswhoareauthorizedtowearcasualdresswill:
a.
wear casual attire (e.g. polo shirts, denim fabrics, or similar casual
wear)asdeterminedbythemember'sexemptcommandingofficer.
b.
wear their star and nameplate or Departmentissued identification

affixedinamannerastobevisibletothepublic.
(1)
Overshirt vest carriers that display the embroidered insignia

meetthisrequirement.
(2)
Members who wear a casual dress winter jacket or

Departmentissued windbreaker/warrant team vest as
determined by temperature requirements or mission will not
affixtheirstarandnameplatetothesegarments,howeverthe
member'sstarwillbeworninamannerastobevisibletothe
public.
c.
conformtothepersonalappearancestandardsspecifiedinItemIIIof
thisdirective.
d.
maintainafullandcompleteseasonaluniform,includingriothelmet,at
theirunitofassignmentordistrictstation.
2.
Articlesofclothingwillbecleanandconducivetothemissionassigned.
3.
Clothingdisplayingmessagesorslogansofaderogatoryoroffensivenatureis
prohibited.
4.
Swornmembersassignedtofielddutiesareprohibitedfromwearingsandals,
opentoedshoes,orshoeswithaheelheighthigherthantwoinches.
5.
6.
The appropriate bureau chief may modify, in writing, the provisions of casual
dressrequirementswheneveramember'sdutyassignmentsorequires.
DressRequirementsCivilianMembers
1.
Civilian members authorized by their bureau chief to wear casual dress will
presenta"casual"appearance.Articlesofclothingwillbecleanandconducive
to assignment. Clothing displaying messages or slogans of a derogatory or
offensivenatureisprohibited.
2.
COVERTDRESS
Swornmemberswhoareauthorizedtowearcovertdresswill:
A.
onlywearcovertdresswhen:
1.
thespecificmissionorassignmentrequiresit,and
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2.
covertdresshasbeenapprovedinwritingbythemember'sbureauchief.
B.
notberequiredtodisplayorcarrytheirstarorDepartmentissuedidentification.
C.
wheninaDepartmentfacility,wearthephotoidentificationcardsuchthatthemember
isreadilyidentified.
D.
conform to the personal appearance standards specified in Item III of this directive
when assigned to duties outside of the member's regular duties that require
conservativebusinessattire,casualdress,oruniform.
EXCEPTION:
XXIII.
Members will appear at dutyrelated judicial proceedings

conformingtopersonalappearancestandardsdeterminedby
themembers'bureauchief.
CHICAGOPOLICEDEPARTMENTMEMORIALBARPIN
A.
Sworn and civilian Department members are authorized to purchase and wear The
Chicago Police Department Memorial Bar Pin (Uniform Specification No. 13.1525).
ProceedsfromthepurchasewillbenefittheChicagoPoliceMemorialFund.
B.
Membersareauthorizedtowearthepinwhetherinuniformorciviliandress.
C.
Departmentmembersdisplayingthebarpinwilldosoinaccordancewiththefollowing:
1.
2.
Uniformshirt:
a.
Onleftshirtpocketflapcenteredapproximately1/2"fromthetopofthe
finishedpocketflapseam.
b.
Onshirtswithoutpocketflaps,thebarpinwillbepositionedcentered
abovethepatchpocket,approximately1/2"abovethepockettop.
Outergarments:
a.
On outer garments with flapped breast pockets: The bar pin will be
positionedontheupperleftflap,approximately1/2"belowthefinished
flapseam.
b.
On outer garments with setin breast pockets: The bar pin will be
positionedcenteredapproximately1/2"belowthetopofthepocket.
D.
The Chicago Police Memorial Bar Pin is prohibited from being displayed upon
rainwear,theauthorizedsweater,oranyothergarmentthatwouldrequirepiercingboth
theouterandinnerliners.
E.
During the month of May only, all Department members may display the National
Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Citation Bar or Lapel Pin instead of the
Chicago Police Department Memorial Bar Pin. The two pins will not be worn
simultaneously.
XXIV.
UNIFORMANDPERSONALEQUIPMENTPOLICYCOMMITTEE
A.
CommitteeMembership
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1.
B.
C.
The Uniform and Personal Equipment Policy Committee will consist of the
followingmembersortheirdesignees:
a.
Chief,BureauofPatrol
b.
Chief,OfficeofCrimeControlStrategies
c.
Chief,SpecialFunctionsDivision
d.
DeputyChief,EducationandTrainingDivision
e.
Director,ResearchandDevelopmentDivision
f.
Commander,InspectionsDivision
g.
Commander,ManagementandLaborAffairsSection
h.
A member from the Office of the Superintendent, Administration

(nonvotingmember)
i.
designatedpolicyanalystassignedtotheResearchandDevelopment
Division(nonvotingmember).
2.
TheChief,BureauofPatrol,willserveaschairpersonofthecommittee.
3.
The designated policy analyst assigned to the Research and Development

Divisionwillserveassecretaryofthecommittee.
Responsibility
TheUniformandPersonalEquipmentPolicyCommitteeisresponsiblefor:
1.
developinguniformandpersonalequipmentpolicyfortheDepartment.
2.
evaluating uniforms and personal equipment items to determine their

adequacy.
3.
identifyingspecificproblemareasandrecommendingsolutions.
4.
evaluating suggestions concerning uniforms and personal equipment items

broughttotheattentionofthecommittee.
5.
presenting recommendations to the Superintendent relative to the addition or

deletionofuniformorpersonalequipmentitems.
UniformandPersonalEquipmentPolicyCommitteeMeetings
1.
Committee members who determine a need for a meeting will communicate

with the Chairperson. Committee meetings will be convened upon notification
fromtheChairperson.
2.
Committeeaffairswillbeconductedonlywhenaquorumofthemembershipis
presentorcontactedforavote.Aquorumwillconsistofatleastfourcommittee
members,oneofwhomwillbethechairpersonorthevicechairperson.Issues
willbevoteduponbythecommitteememberspresentatthemeeting.
(Itemsindicatedbyitalic/doubleunderlinewereaddedorrevised)
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GarryF.McCarthy
SuperintendentofPolice
T14085CMF
GLOSSARYTERMS:
1.
TattooApermanentinkdesignintheskinappliedbyneedlesoratemporarydyed
designontheskin.
2.
BodyBrandingTheprocessinwhichamark,usuallyasymbolorornamentalpattern,
isburnedintotheskinofalivingperson,withtheintentionthattheresultingscarmakes
itpermanent.
3.
PrescribedFlashlightADepartmentapprovedilluminationdeviceDepartment
membersarerequiredtoownandmaintain.
4.
AuxiliaryFlashlightADepartmentapprovedilluminationdevicethatmaybecarriedby
Departmentmembers.
5.
PistolMountedLightAlightsourcethatisattacheddirectlytoanofficersprescribed,
alternateprescribed,orauxiliaryweapon.Forthepurposesofthisdirective,thislightis
notconsideredaflashlight.
ADDENDA:
1.
U040101PrescribedUniformandEquipmentItems
2.
U040102Alternate/OptionalUniformandEquipmentItems
3.
U040103UniformClassifications
4.
U040105DepartmentalSpecializedPersonalGarments
5.
U040106CrossingGuardUniforms/Equipment
6.
U040107PoliceDepartmentChaplainsUnit
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Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

certain outer garments must display the embroidered star, name

certain optional uniform items will become prescribed items (U0401

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Members will own and maintain all prescribed uniform and

When worn, all approved outermost uniform garments will

wear or carry only prescribed, alternate, or optional items authorized by the

Uniformed civilian members who receive a uniform

adhere to uniform/citizen's dress standards while appearing at dutyrelated

When a sworn member is attired in conservative business attire,

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

conservative business attire as determined by the member's bureau

When a sworn member is subpoenaed to appear at dutyrelated

Any uniform and/or equipment item is subject to inspection by supervisory

When uniform/equipment modifications are anticipated by bureau chiefs, the

The Medical Administrator is authorized to allow exceptions to uniform and

Members required to wear Formal Dress Uniform for ceremonial or other

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

The blouse may be substituted by the reefer or overcoat with prior

Cosmetics will be applied conservatively. Exaggerated, radical, or unusual cosmetic

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Shortsleeve shirts worn with tattoo coverup arm sleeves are

Should there be any contradiction in specifications between the Uniform and

Summer uniform garments and equipment will be worn/used from 1 June

Uniformed members may choose to wear the long sleeve

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Summer or winter uniform garments and equipment will be worn/used from 1

The removable checkerboard cap band will be worn from 1 November

Members with tattoos or body brandings visible on

When the sweater is not worn as an outer garment, the appropriate

Unit commanding officers will conduct an annual formal inspection of the

Unit commanding officers can verify the accuracy of a member's helmet

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

inside a Department facility, unless standing roll call inspection or otherwise

NonDepartmentapproved turtleneck/mock turtleneck shirts, colored undershirts, and

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

For members hired before 14 February 2012, it is recommended that a minimum of

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

may wear their insignia of rank using the embroidered option

The wearing of embroidered star, name tag, unit

Miniature insignia will be centered on a horizontal line between the

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Fullsize insignia will be centered on the epaulet, with the bottom

Fullsize insignia will be centered on the epaulet, with the length of

Three chevrons, as specified in the Uniform and Equipment

A field training officer patch insignia, as specified in the Uniform and

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

The unit assignment designator will be positioned so that it will be clearly

A sworn member who is transferred to another unit will return Department

Lost unit assignment designators will be replaced at the member's expense.

Unit commanding officers will maintain a sufficient supply of unit assignment

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Department awards will be worn in a manner consistent with the directive

Outergarment embroidered patches are described in Uniform Specification

Sworn members are authorized to wear outergarment embroidered patches

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

Outergarment embroidered patches cannot be purchased,

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment

A sworn member whose soft body armor is unavoidably damaged in the

The overshirt vest carrier will not be worn over a zipup

Personal Appearance, Uniform/Citizen's Dress and Equipment