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Region 7 Honours

Past Award Winners

Recognising the outstanding law enforcement professionals from CNOA Region 7 who have been honoured for their dedication and service.

Alfred E. Stewart Award
Patrol Officer of the Year
Lucky Narc Award
Prosecutor of the Year

Alfred E. Stewart Award

CNOA's Most Prestigious Enforcement Honour

Named for Lt. Alfred E. Stewart, killed in the line of duty in the Cajon Pass, this award has been presented since 1973 to narcotic officers who demonstrate exceptional courage, dedication, and achievement in narcotics enforcement. Below are Region 7's recipients.

YearRecipientAgency
2025
Steve Stover
California Highway Patrol
2021
Jose Rivera
Fresno Police Department
2010
SAS Dean Johnston
CA DOJ / BNE — Fresno

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Patrol Officer of the Year

Excellence in Patrol-Based Narcotics Enforcement

Presented annually to a patrol officer from Region 7 who has demonstrated outstanding performance and dedication in narcotics-related law enforcement duties.

YearRecipientAgency
2023
Matt Butler
California Highway Patrol
2021
Shane Kensey
California Highway Patrol

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Lucky Narc Award

Recognising Exceptional Undercover Work

Awarded to a Region 7 officer who has demonstrated exceptional skill, courage, and results in undercover narcotics operations.

Region 7 recipient records coming soon. Contact CNOA headquarters for historical records.

Prosecutor of the Year

Outstanding Prosecution of Narcotics Cases

Presented to a prosecutor who has made a significant contribution to narcotics enforcement through outstanding prosecution of drug-related cases in Region 7.

Region 7 recipient records coming soon. Contact CNOA headquarters for historical records.