Police Patches

When designing a custom police uniform patch, there are a few important things to keep in mind. These patches are often worn on the shoulder of every uniformed officer in your precinct. What do you want them to say about your officers, and what are some easy ways to convey that message? Fortunately, for anyone looking for a classic and clean-cut look for their police patches, there’s a long history to draw design ideas from.

Most general police department patches tend to follow the same design cues. Often shaped like shields, these police badge patches feature the state seal and the name of the police department in question. Details such as colors and the orientation of the text vary from department to department, but the overall look of the patches themselves rarely changes much. Unique flair comes from specialized unit patches. Unlike the standard department patch, SWAT or K9 officers wear custom designs that reflect their teamwork. These patches break the mold, often featuring shapes like a K9 silhouette or SWAT equipment.