Queensland Police - Ranks and Structure

Ranks and Structure

See also: Australian police ranks

The Queensland Police Service has two classes of uniformed personnel: 'sworn' and 'unsworn' officers. Both classes adorn the same blue uniform, however:

  • 'Recruits' are required to replace the chequered band on their wide-brimmed hats with a plain blue piece;
  • 'Police Liaison Officers' are distinguished by a yellow chequered band and a 'Police Liaison Officer' badge.

Ranks of the Queensland Police Service are as follows:

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