Myer Military Police present the highest standards in appearance and professionalism to assist, protect, and defend the soldiers and civilians of the Ft. Myer military community. The Burke County Sheriff's office is comprised of 92 uniformed officers who serve and protect the citizens of Burke County, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. There has been a positive impact on the entire community after the department implemented a uniform change in early 1999. There are currently different four uniforms, including color guard and honor guard, which vary only slightly to ensure unity among all officers.
All uniform colors are gray and black.
From the rank of Lieutenant and above, gold accents are worn on the hat, badge, tie tack, and belt. Long sleeves are worn all year round to ensure that a positive professional appearance is accomplished. White ascots and white gloves and either a white or yellow cord on the left arm are the only additions to the Color Guard and Honor Guard uniforms. The department has had a reduction in assaults against officers since the implementation of the uniforms. I attribute that fact to the professionalism which these officers project everyday during the performance of their duties, said Sheriff John T. McDevitt.