Medal for Distinguished Service in the Defence of Public Order

TRA016 Медаль За отличную службу по охране общественного порядка

Medal was instituted on 10 May 1993.
Medal is awarded to employees of internal affairs bodies for feats, merits shown in the maintenance of public order and fight against crime; for the courage and dedication shown in the liquidation criminal gangs or detention of criminals; for bold, skillful prevention actions, suppression and disclosure of crimes; for active work to eliminate the causes and conditions that contribute to committing crimes; for skillful organization of the work of bodies and departments of the Ministry internal affairs, as well as internal troops for the protection of public order and the fight against crime.