Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department Patch with U.S. Capitol and Justitia Omnibus Motto
White, blue, and gold embroidered Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department shoulder patch featuring the U.S. Capitol dome in gold, with arched METROPOLITAN POLICE, the JUSTITIA OMNIBUS motto, and a DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA banner on a gold-bordered shield, for the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, D.C.
Low MOQ
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USA Since 1999
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Direct
Description
This embroidered patch features the Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department insignia, the shoulder patch of the department serving Washington, D.C. It is built on a shield with a white upper band and a royal-blue lower body, finished with a bright gold merrowed border, with the United States Capitol worked at the center.
Center: The dominant element is the United States Capitol, embroidered in gold against the blue field – the domed rotunda topped by its lantern and crowning statue, set above the colonnaded Capitol building. It is the visual anchor of the patch and ties the design directly to the nation capital.
Top Section: METROPOLITAN POLICE arches across the white upper band in bold blue block letters, curving with the top of the shield and reading clearly against the light ground.
Motto Ribbon: Just below the agency name, a white ribbon carries the Latin motto JUSTITIA OMNIBUS in blue. The phrase means Justice for All and is the long-standing motto of the District of Columbia.
Bottom Section: A white ribbon banner sweeps across the lower shield with DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA in red lettering, naming the jurisdiction beneath the Capitol.
Shape & Base: The patch is a bell-topped shield – rounded shoulders that widen and then taper to a point at the base – on white and royal-blue twill, edged with a gold merrowed border that defines the shield and gives a clean, uniform-ready outline.
Embroidery Quality: Full-coverage stitching with high stitch density holds the fine architectural detail of the Capitol, the arched agency name, and the two ribbon mottoes with sharp, even edges and a durable surface that stands up to daily uniform wear and laundering.
This is one of a series of police department patches in the gallery. Compare it with other major-city designs, the Houston Police Department patch, the New York City Police Department patch, and the Chicago Police Department patch.
Specifications
| Product Type | Embroidered Patch |
| Style | Shoulder Patch |
| Material | Polyester Twill Fabric with Poly/Rayon Threads |
| Stitch | Full Coverage Detail 100% Stitch Threading Embroidery |
| Size | 4" - 5" |
| Backing | Iron-on/Sew-on |
| Packaging | 10+ Per Polybag |
Estimated pricing: 10 → $17 · 20 → $12 · 50 → $7 · 100 → $5 · 250 → $3 · 500 → $2.50 · 1,000 → $2 each
No setup fee · No mold fee. Estimate only — final price adjusts by design, size, and quantity, and is confirmed with a free quote. No payment until you approve your proof.
🛡 Authorized Purchase & Credential Verification
Patches bearing a real agency or department name are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers must provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. We do not sell agency-named patches for personal use.
Custom and fictional designs — for example, a made-up department like “Town of Western Hope Police” — are welcome, as are designs where you change the agency or department name to your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is shown on the Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department patch?
The patch is a gold-bordered shield with a white top band and a royal-blue body. METROPOLITAN POLICE arches across the top in blue, with the Latin motto JUSTITIA OMNIBUS on a white ribbon below it. At the center is the United States Capitol embroidered in gold, and a DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA banner in red runs across the bottom. Owl Badges reproduces it as an embroidered shoulder patch.
What does JUSTITIA OMNIBUS mean on the Washington DC police patch?
JUSTITIA OMNIBUS is Latin for Justice for All, the official motto of the District of Columbia. On the patch it sits on a white ribbon just beneath METROPOLITAN POLICE, embroidered in blue, tying the design to the District it serves.
Why is the U.S. Capitol on the Metropolitan Police patch?
The Metropolitan Police Department serves Washington, D.C., the seat of the federal government, so the United States Capitol is the natural centerpiece of its insignia. It is embroidered in gold against the blue field - dome, lantern, and colonnaded building - as the instantly recognizable symbol of the nation capital.
Can you build a custom shield patch in this white-blue-and-gold style for my own department?
Yes. A bell-topped shield with an arched agency name, a motto ribbon, a central landmark or seal, and a jurisdiction banner is a flexible layout, and we can adapt it for your own agency - your department name, your own motto, your landmark or seal, and your jurisdiction. A free proof is provided before production so you can confirm every detail.
What size is the Washington DC Metropolitan Police shoulder patch?
Shoulder patches like this are typically made in the 4 to 5 inch range so the Capitol, arched name, and ribbon mottoes stay legible on a uniform sleeve. Because the Capitol carries fine architectural detail, we confirm the proportions at your chosen size on the free proof so every line stays crisp.
Do I need credentials to order a patch with the Metropolitan Police Department name on it?
Yes. Patches bearing a real agency name such as the Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department are sold only to that agency or its authorized representatives. Law enforcement and public-safety buyers provide proof of occupation, valid credentials, or an authorized purchasing letter before production begins. Custom or fictional department designs, and patches renamed to your own department, are welcome without that step.
