Missouri Police Badge Requirements & Regulations Guide
Complete guide to POST certification and badge standards in the Show-Me State
Missouri law enforcement badges are governed by the Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission. All sworn officers must be POST-certified. Missouri follows traditional Midwest/Border State patterns—St. Louis and Kansas City both have metropolitan police with shield designs, while 114 county sheriffs use star badges. Security badges are regulated under Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 84.
- ~14,000 sworn law enforcement officers
- 114 county sheriff offices
- ~500 police departments
- Missouri State Highway Patrol: ~1,100 troopers
- 19th most populous state (6.2+ million residents)
Major Missouri Departments
| Agency | Sworn Officers | Badge Style |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis Metropolitan Police | ~1,200 | Shield |
| Kansas City Police | ~1,400 | Shield |
| Missouri State Highway Patrol | ~1,100 | State badge |
Missouri’s variable climate—hot humid summers and cold winters—requires durable badge construction. Specify hard enamel and quality plating for all Missouri badges.
- Missouri has ~14,000 sworn officers across 600+ agencies
- POST certification required for all peace officers
- 114 counties—strong sheriff star tradition
- St. Louis and Kansas City are major metro areas
The Bottom Line
Missouri follows traditional Midwest badge patterns with two major metropolitan areas. For more information, see our procurement guide.