The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard was established in 1982 and is a team of hardworking, dedicated Deputies and Detention Service Officers who have given and continue to give their greatest effort to ensure that the Dallas Sheriff’s Office is represented with pride, dignity, and professionalism. Only those persons who are highly motivated, maintain exceptionally high standards of appearance and conduct and show aptitude for ceremonial duty are considered for the position of Honor Guard.
The team practices, drills, and polishes with one goal in mind: Honor. By wearing the Honor Guard uniform, each member accepts the commitment to excellence and views their mission as a sacred duty. That commitment is continually evidenced by the team’s impeccable appearance and dedication to precision. The Honor Guard takes part in many ceremonies throughout the year. The team is most often called upon to present the colors at various ceremonies and meetings. The team considers it a privilege to treat the flag of the United States of America with the respect and dignity it deserves.
The team also attends several funerals and memorial services throughout the state of Texas. Their most revered duty is to render honor and respect to fallen officers, and each member understands the significance of their role in paying tribute. Professionalism, discipline, precision, and empathy are without compromise at memorial services, which often provide a lasting memory of a beloved officer for the loved ones left behind. The team was awarded the Certificate of Merit.
Photos by Courtland Brown & Doug Sisk
