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In most cases, badges are issued to officers when they graduate from their basic police (academy) training. However, not all badge have numbers, and the officer's "badge number" may not have anything to do with his badge.
Most officers do have a number associated with their law enforcement position, but this might be a state commission number, issued by the agency that certifies all officers in that state. In that case, the officer would keep the same number at any agency he worked within that state, even if he changed departments one or more times. The officer's number may be a serial number indicating his seniority among other governmental or department employees.
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What does a real NYPD badge look like?
A patrolmans badge is Silver that says City of New York Police. It also has a number, for example 31515. A sgt's badge is gold with and eagle over the top of the badge that also has city of new york police on it. It also says Sergeant on the bottom with a number. A detective badge is a sunburst type that says city of new york police AND detective with a number. Those are the only badges in the NYPD with numbers. Lieutenant and higher do not possess numbers.
Must an officer give badge number when asked in California?
Not all Police Officers are issued badge numbers. However, most municipalities require Police Officers to provide specific identifying information to you about who they are in the event you need to file a formal complaint.
When was European Police Achievement Badge created?
European Police Achievement Badge was created in 1982.
Can a police officer refuse to give his badge number?
A police officer should show his badge when he approaches you. If the badge is not visible, ask to see it. If you ask for the badge number, the officer should give it to you. If the officer refuses, you should report it to the police department.
Is it legal to keep police badge for personal security?
A retired police officer may keep and display their badge in most jurisdictions. The badge will not protect you, its the training that does.
How do you find out if a police officer is retired?
You ask the police officer, or they would've turned in their badge,you would see them without a badge.
Is it legal to have a police badge if you are not a police person?
No, not a real one.
Do police dogs have a badge?
Yes they do! The dogs wear the badge around their neck
How do you look up badge numbers?
I assume you want a badge number to make a complaint. Call the Police Department where the officer works. Then ask for Internal Affairs. They can find out which officer was working in the area where the problem occurred.
Can you get a police officer badge?
It depends on state law. In the state where I live, it is legal to have a police badge as long as it is for collecting purposes only. Using a police badge for any other purpose such as impersonating an officer is illegal in federal and state law.
What is the saying on the West Yorkshire Police badge?
The saying on the West Yorkshire Police badge is "In the public service."
What is a police officers badge called?
It is most commonly referred to as their 'badge' but it is also known as an officer's 'shield.'
