3-09/170.00 - Public Appearances



A public appearance is any situation where a member of this Department makes an official appearance on behalf of the Sheriff.  This is not intended to include the routine performance of law enforcement services or liaison with other government entities such as an appearance before City Council meetings, planning commissions, traffic commissions, etc.  Common situations which are considered public appearances include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Addresses to civic organizations, schools, businesses, etc.;
  • Tours of Department facilities;
  • Exhibits and demonstrations of Department functions;
  • Parades; and
  • Participation in television and radio programs.

Procedures and guidelines for those persons participating in public appearances are outlined in the following subsections.