Law and Order Handbook
The mission of The American Legion Department of California Law and Order Commission is to foster, within the scope of American Legion principles and policies, an affirmation program of respect for and support of law and order in general, and law enforcement agencies in the legitimate function and performance of their offices and duties.
The true intent of a Law and Order program is to demonstrate appreciation to those men and women who swore an oath to protect our communities. These first responders, whether they be police officers, deputy sheriffs, federal and state officers, and agents, firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and others, put their lives on the line on a daily basis. As an American Legion Post or District, it is incumbent that each shows their appreciation and gratitude in the form of an established Law and Order program. This practice is in keeping with our principles of the American Legion and is in keeping within the pillar of Americanism.
This Handbook is intended as a guide for Posts and Districts to submit nominations for the:
Department Bylaws
LAW AND ORDER: To foster, within the scope of American Legion principles and policies, an affirmative program of respect for and support of law and order in general and law enforcement agencies in the legitimate function and performance of their offices and duties, and further, that a sub-committee be appointed to formulate American Legion policies concerning the use of narcotics and dangerous drugs.
