Uniform & Equipment Standards

All NJSP officers must wear the uniform as prescribed by departmental policy, ensuring it is clean, properly fitted, and worn at all times while on duty.

• Uniform Composition:
  
  

  • Headgear: Standard-issue trooper hat (campaign hat) for outdoor duty.
    
    

  • Shirt: Light blue long-sleeve shirt with NJSP patches, with sleeves rolled up in hot weather.
    
    

  • Trousers: Dark blue, tailored to proper length.
    
    

  • Badge: Worn on the left side of the chest, above the pocket.
    
    

  • Service Weapon: Sidearm must be worn holstered on the officer’s side at all times.
    
    

  • Footwear: Polished black leather boots, suitable for all weather and operational conditions.
    
    

  • Insignia: Rank insignia must be worn on epaulets or collar, depending on rank.
    
    

• Weather Conditions:
  
  

  • In cold weather, officers are authorized to wear a jacket or overcoat with the uniform.
    
    

  • Rain Gear: Official rain jackets and waterproof trousers must be worn during inclement weather.
    
    

  • Winter Gear: If necessary, officers may wear gloves, scarves, and ear protection that match uniform standards.

• Firearms:
  
  

  • Officers must be equipped with an approved service weapon and ensure it is holstered properly during duty hours.
    
    

  • All firearms must be cleaned and maintained according to departmental procedures.
    
    

• Body Armor:
  
  

  • Body armor must be worn at all times while on duty, and it should be regularly inspected for wear and tear.
    
    

  • Level II or IIIA body armor is standard issue for NJSP troopers.
    
    

• Duty Belt:
  
  

  • Handcuffs, flashlight, radio, taser, baton, and other essential equipment must be securely placed on the duty belt.
    
    

  • Officers are responsible for ensuring their duty belt is organized and all items are easily accessible.
    
    

• Radio & Communication Devices:
  
  

  • All officers must maintain their radio and ensure it is operational at all times.
    
    

  • Ear pieces should be used to ensure quiet communication during operations, if available.
    
    

• Vehicle Equipment:
  
  

  • Troopers are assigned patrol vehicles, which must be stocked with emergency supplies, including medical kits, flares, fire extinguishers, and other standard operational tools.
    
    

  • Vehicles must be cleaned and maintained regularly as part of vehicle inspection.