### Question
How does the law define public safety officer?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 15204*, **public safety officer** is defined as:

> a person serving a public agency, with or without compensation, as a firefighter, law enforcement officer, or emergency services officer, as determined by the Attorney General

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 15204*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 145-PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER MEDAL OF VALOR**

