D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 6, r. 6-A501

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 6-A501 - SALUTES

501.1

Whenever the national anthem is played where members of the force are present, the following requirements shall be satisfied:

(a) When not in formation, they shall stand at attention and, if in uniform and equipped with baton, they shall render the baton salute at the first note of the anthem, retaining the position until the last note of the anthem;

(b) When not in formation, they shall stand at attention, and, if in uniform, covered, and not provided with baton, they shall render the hand salute;

(c) When not in formation, they shall stand at attention, and, if not in uniform and covered, they shall uncover at the first note of the anthem, holding the headdress opposite the left shoulder and so remain until its close, except that in inclement weather the headdress may be slightly raised;

(d) When in formation, the organization shall be brought to attention and the salute rendered by the officer in command.

501.2

If the flag is present a salute made pursuant to § 501.1 shall be rendered while facing the flag; if the flag is not present, the salute shall be rendered while facing in the direction of the music.

501.3

When uncased colors pass, members of the force in uniform and not in formation shall render the hand salute if not equipped with baton, and the baton salute if so equipped; if in civilian dress and covered they shall uncover, holding the headdress opposite the left shoulder with the right hand.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 6, r. 6-A501

Regulation No. 72-2, approved January 14, 1972, 18 DCR 417 (February 7, 1972)