MCSO PATCHES
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This patch was produced after a design competition amongst department members. This was the first agency wide shoulder patch. Prior to this emblem law enforcement and corrections personnel wore job specific emblems. The patch continues the long standing MCSO tradition of being primarily black and yellow. In the center of the seven point star is Multnomah Falls. This water fall is in the Columbia River Gorge and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Oregon.

In 2003 MCSO adopted an olive green BDU style uniform for daily wear for all members. This patch is similar to the 1988 version except Multnomah Falls was removed for the star and replaced with the Vista House at Crown Point in the Columbia River Gorge. The Vista House in the middle of a seven point star has been the official seal for MCSO since the mid 1940's. This subdued emblem was selected because it offered enhanced officer safety in some tactical situations and it blended well with the olive uniform. A subdued badge patch and name tag were also implemented. The 1988 patch continued to be worn on the traditional multi-green colored Class A uniform.

In 2007 the completely subdued look for personnel was replaced with a more visible scheme. This patch continues the tradition of gold and black. It also shows the long standing agency seal of the Vista House and seven point star. The patch also incorporates a forest green color to recognize the agency's tradition of wearing green uniforms. An emphasis was placed on the title "Sheriff" so that deputies could be easily recognized by the community. This emblem is worn on both the olive green Class B or BDU uniform and the traditional Class A uniform.