The Police Service Medal (or Politimedaljen in Norwegian) is a distinguished Norwegian civil decoration awarded to recognize long and dedicated service within the Norwegian Police Service.
This medal highlights the commitment and professionalism of the personnel who have dedicated significant portions of their careers to maintaining law and order in Norway.
The Police Service Medal is awarded to individuals who have completed 25 years of service in the Norwegian Police Service. To further acknowledge prolonged dedication, a star is added to the ribbon for each additional five years of service, with a maximum of three stars, representing up to 40 years of exemplary service.
In the hierarchy of Norwegian decorations, the Police Service Medal ranks 41st. This placement underscores its importance in recognizing long-term commitment and service within the civil sector, particularly in law enforcement.
The Norwegian Police Service Medal Design
The medal is round and typically made of a high-quality metal, designed to endure and symbolize the enduring nature of the service it honors.
The obverse of the medal features the Norwegian Police Service emblem. This includes the traditional insignia, which often comprises symbols of justice and law enforcement, such as scales of justice or a lion, symbolizing strength and courage.
The reverse of the medal typically bears inscriptions that denote the nature of the award. This might include phrases like “For Long Service” or similar sentiments that recognize the commitment and dedication of the recipient.
The medal is suspended from a ribbon that is black with a central yellow line.
The Norwegian Police Service Medal Ribbons
Stars are added to the ribbons to represent years of service:
Ordinary (25 years)
One Star (30 years)
Two Stars (35 years)
Three Stars (40 years)
