Sheriff's offices face daily challenges requiring courage, resilience, and a steadfast commitment to public service. The annual Utah Sheriffs' Association Conference honors exceptional offices and individuals who go above and beyond, recognizing their dedication to safety, trust, and community impact.
2024 Awards
- Life Saving Medal: Deputy Hunter Cram, Deputy Bert Reeve, Deputy Garrett Spencer: Kane County Sheriff’s Office
- Life Saving Medal: Deputy James Peasnall, Tooele County Sheriff’s Office
- Life Saving Medal: Millet, Nurse Rael, Deputy Brimhall, Deputy Wolleson, Tooele County Sheriff’s Office
- Sheriff’s Deputy of the Year: Deputy Daniel Montgomery, Washington County Sheriff’s Office
- Corrections Officer of the Year: Stuart Hardt, Davis County Sheriff’s Office
- Gold Medal of Valor: Brad Hines, Sgt. Aaron Fry Jr., Grand County Sheriff’s Office
- Gold Medal of Valor: Deputy Robert Ogle, Sgt. Bevan Watkins, Uintah County Sheriff’s Office
- Gold Medal of Valor: Deputy Wesley Stewart, Summit County Sheriff’s Office
- Gold Medal of Valor: Deputy Shane Norton, Summit County Sheriff’s Office
- Dispatcher of the Year: Makailee Schiess, Davis County Sheriff’s Office
- Civilian Employee of the Year: Mitch Matern, Davis County Sheriff’s Office
- Jail Commander of the Year: Riley Riser, Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office
- Search and Rescue Member of the Year: Kyle Nordfors, Lieutenant Mark Horton, Weber County Sheriff’s Office
2023 Awards