Rafael Borras

“ In a lobby with the Flag of the United States, the DHS flag should be at the observer’s right. On the same halyard with the DHS flag, the Flag of the United States should be at the highest point. With two or more other flags, such as the DHS flag and CBP flag, the Flag of the United States is displayed to the observer’s far left if all poles are of the same height or displayed in the center of the display at a point higher than the other flags. On a flagpole, the DHS flag is immediately below the Flag of the United States if no other flags are displayed. ”

“ Authorization to fly the flag at half-staff is not given for deaths resulting from natural causes, intentional negligence or intentional misconduct except under extraordinary circumstances i.e. hazarding one’s life to rescue another, etc. a.Intentional misconduct is any wrongful or improper conduct that is intended or deliberate. ”

“ The summary should include the circumstances of death and findings (line of duty, law enforcement action, no misconduct or intentional negligence, heroic action, etc.) . Requests answer what occurred, when it occurred, how occurred, who was involved, and to what extent, and finally the requested date for the half-staff display. b.Requests are signed by the Component head or designee and include sufficient detail for the Secretary to make an informed determination. The lowering of the flag to half-staff is only to be done in DHS controlled buildings or facilities. ”