1980-1996
A new, and more comprehensive, series of decorations and medals was instituted in 1980. The SAPS was renamed "Department of Correctional Services" in 1990.
- Decorations
- Department of Correctional Services Star for Excellence (SPE) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Cross for Valour (Diamond) (CPV) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Cross for Valour (Ruby) (CPF) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Star for Distinction (SPO) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Star for Merit (SPM) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Cross for Merit (CPM) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Medal for Merit (Officers) (1980-96)
- Department of Correctional Services Medal for Merit (Non-Commissioned Officers) (1980-96)
- Long service medal
- Department of Correctional Services Medal for Faithful Service (1980-96)
In 1996, the department discontinued its military ranks and culture, including its decorations and medals.
Read more about this topic: South African Prisons Decorations, South African Prisons Service/Department of Correctional Services