South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No. 68 of 1995)Chapter 9 : Appointments, Terms and Conditions of Service and Termination of Service44. Rewards and recognitions |
| (1) | The National or Provincial Commissioner may, after consultation with the Minister or member of the Executive Council, make an appropriate award to any member or other person for meritorious service in the interest of the Service. |
| (2) | The President may institute, constitute and create decorations and medals, as well as bars, clasps and ribbons in respect of such decorations and medals, which may be awarded by the President, the Minister or the member of the Executive Council, subject to such conditions as the President may determine, to any member or other person who has rendered exceptional service to the Service. |