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Law Enforcement Name Badges & Duty Bars

Engraved metal name bars and badges built for uniforms โ€” patrol, command, and civilian staff. Silver & gold, one or two lines, pin or magnetic backing. USA-made, no minimum.

Outfitting a precinct or a whole department? We do bulk & PO orders with consistent engraving across every badge. Add rank and title, choose pin or magnetic backing for the duty belt, and pick silver or gold to match your uniform standard.

Patrol & Field

Engraved metal service bars โ€” durable, low-profile, and uniform-standard for officers and deputies.

Command & Brass

Executive solid-metal badges for sergeants, lieutenants, and command staff who want a heavier, premium look.

Civilian & Support Staff

Dispatch, records, and front-desk staff โ€” clean engraved tags with name and title.

Engraved Metal Duty Bars click any style to add your name & design

Engraved Uniform Name Tags click any style to add your name & design

Executive Solid-Metal Badges (Command) click any style to add your name & design

More Options โ€” Printed Name Badges lighter & lower-cost for civilian staff, volunteers & events

Need a specific rank structure, seal placement, or a matched set for the whole department? Request a department quote and weโ€™ll handle the bulk order and consistent engraving for you.

Which law enforcement badge style should you choose?

StyleMaterial & durabilityTypical wearerStandard sizesBackingFrom
Solid Metal Engraved Duty Bar
what most police wear
Solid metal, deep-engraved (solid brass with an oxidized finish available). Will not fade or peel with daily duty wear Patrol officers, deputies, troopers, corrections ½ × 2⅜, ⅝ × 2½ (1 or 2 line) Pin / clutch $15.99
Executive Metal Badge
command & office
Premium metal badge, heavier weight and a full-size footprint Sergeants, lieutenants, command staff, front desk 1 × 3, 1½ × 3 Pin or magnetic $16.85
Printed Name Badge
budget / civilian
Full-color printed (color logo or seal possible). Lowest cost, fastest reorder; fades sooner than metal over years of wear Dispatch, records, civilian & support staff, volunteers, cadets, events 1 × 3 Pin or magnetic $9.99

Engraved metal is the standard for sworn uniform wear; printed is a lower-cost option for civilian and support staff. All made in the USA with no minimum order, so a department can mix both in one order. Design one in the badge tool or browse all uniform name badge styles.

Law enforcement name badge FAQ

What name badges do police departments use?
Sworn officers and deputies typically wear an engraved metal name plate, the long-standing uniform standard, in sizes like ½ × 2⅜ or ⅝ × 2½, silver or gold, usually the last name. Engraved metal is chosen because it does not fade or peel with daily duty wear. Departments often add lower-cost printed badges for dispatch, records, and civilian support staff.
Do law enforcement name badges have to be metal?
There is no universal legal requirement, but many department uniform policies specify an engraved metal name plate, so check your regulation. Printed plastic badges are common and accepted for civilian and support roles, and many agencies use both.
What is the difference between a name bar and a name badge?
A name bar is a slim engraved metal strip, usually just the last name, worn on a uniform. A name badge is larger and can carry name, title, department, and a logo or seal. Officers often wear a metal name bar day to day and a full badge for events or front-desk roles.
Can I order police name badges in bulk with a purchase order?
Yes. We handle bulk and PO orders for whole precincts, bases, and departments with a consistent Name / Title / Department layout across every badge. Request a department quote for volume pricing.
Should a uniform name badge use pin or magnetic backing?
For active patrol and physical duty, pin or clutch backing is the standard because it will not pop off during a foot pursuit or struggle. Magnetic backing avoids holes in the uniform and sits flat, which is better for admin, dispatch, and reception roles. Anyone with a pacemaker should choose pin backing.
How are rank, title, and department shown on the badge?
A common layout is name on the top line with title and department underneath. Command badges can add rank and a department seal. We keep the layout consistent across a full order so every badge in the department matches.
What size is a standard police name plate?
Common uniform name-plate sizes are ½ × 2⅜ (one line, last name) and ⅝ × 2½ (one or two lines with title). We stock both in silver and gold. Command and reception badges run larger at 1 × 3 or 1½ × 3.
Can you match our department's current name plates?
Yes. We can match your existing finish, size, seal placement, and font so new hires' plates stay consistent with the rest of the department. Tell us your standard and we keep every plate in the order identical. Request a department quote for turnaround on bulk and PO orders.