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Frequently Asked Questions

What is shown on the Maryland Transportation Authority Police patch?

It is a black pointed shield with a gold border. MARYLAND arches across the top, with TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY and POLICE in gold below. The center carries the Maryland state coat of arms with its quartered shield and two supporter figures.

What is the coat of arms in the middle?

It is the Maryland state coat of arms. A quartered shield joins the Calvert checkerboard and the Crossland cross, flanked by a farmer and a fisherman, above the state motto. The MDTA Police use it as a Maryland state agency.

Who are the Maryland Transportation Authority Police?

They are the police agency for the Maryland Transportation Authority, which operates the states toll roads, bridges, and tunnels. The patch names them TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY POLICE below the state arms.

What does the Latin motto mean?

The motto is FATTI MASCHII PAROLE FEMINE, an old Italian phrase often translated as Strong deeds, gentle words. It is the Maryland state motto and appears on the banner below the coat of arms.

Can you make a custom transit or public safety patch like this for our agency?

Yes. A shield with a state coat of arms and arched lettering is a flexible template. We can swap the seal, lettering, colors, and border to fit your department, with a free proof before production.

Do I need credentials to order a patch with the Maryland Transportation Authority Police name on it?

Yes. Patches with a real agency name such as the Maryland Transportation Authority Police are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation or an authorized purchasing letter first. Custom or renamed designs are welcome without that step.

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