The best gifts for police officers will include plenty of opportunities to relax and unwind from a tough day on the job—not to mention celebrate their sacrifice and give them something to laugh about.
We’ve scoured the internet to bring you the best of the best gifts for police officers this year. Now, it’s YOUR job to figure out what is the best gift for the cops in your life!
Best personalized police gifts
These personalized law enforcement gifts will make them feel valued and understood.
1. Police Badge Personalized Argos Whiskey Decanter
This handsome whiskey decanter is crafted from premium Italian glass and customized to display the name, rank, and year or badge number of your choice for the gift recipient. When a long day strikes, a fresh pour of bourbon from this decanter will be the perfect pair to those South Park reruns.
2. Personalized Police Officer Business Card Holder
This jaded glass business card holder has beveled edges and includes free personalization with any name, rank, and police department name/city. This gift can be proudly displayed for years to come!
3. Customized Patriotic Law Enforcement Flag
One of the best personalized police gifts we found is this waterproof and fade resistant flag. It’s a wonderful gift to honor the officer with a sharp display. It fits standard flagpoles / stands and is made of durable polyester—the perfect addition to any yard!
4. Custom Thin Blue Line Blanket
This 60″ x 80″ custom blanket for police officers is made with 100% premium polyester polar fleece and sherpa mid-heavy fabric. Personalization is included for free, and you can customize the thin blue line to a different color if preferred. This unique home decor piece will keep the officer in your life not only toasty, but continuously proud.
Best useful gifts for police officers
If practical is more your style when it comes to gift giving, you’ll love this round up of the best useful gifts for police officers.
5. Cop Holster For Glock 19/26 (Right Hand)
This cross draw belt holster is made of premium grade saddle leather and includes an adjustable tension device. It’s designed to accommodate large frame auto loaders and small frame revolvers, and accommodates belts up to 1.5″ wide.
6. Leather Cuff Case
This handmade cuff case fits most standard chain handcuffs and features a removable paddle. It can slide onto belts up to 1.75″, and can be paired with the Aker Leather Single Magazine Pouch if you like the idea of a gift set.
7. LED Rechargeable Flashlight
Rechargeable flashlights are one of the most useful gifts for police officers that they’ll rarely spend the money on—making it the perfect present! We love this AC/DC 1 Holder from Streamlight Strion, which includes an anodized aircraft aluminum case, a borofloat high temperate lens glass, and head straps. Be sure to pick them up a battery recharger, too. This will look great in their police car!
8. S.W.A.T. Boots
If you know your cop’s shoe size, upgrade their footwear to these 100% leather, high quality classic S.W.A.T. boots! The steel shank offers superior support, perfect for when they’re on their feet all day. When it. comes to police gifts, these are tough to beat.
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Most funny police gifts
If you’ve got a wiseacre in your life that happens to double as a cop, you’ll love getting a laugh while giving these funny police gifts.
9. Cop Car Novelty Cup
We all know that police officer—you know, the one who loves a good novelty mug. This gift speaks directly to their hearts (and they’ll probably love that this song gets stuck in everyone’s heads when they use this mug, too!).
10. A Coloring Book for Cops
“Not just a police officer, a f***ing LEGEND” + other hilarious pages for the cop in your life to relax and color in their free time. 😂
11. “Not a Cop” Shirt
This lightweight, classic-fit t-shirt is one of the most easy funny gifts for cops. Choose from 10 different colors—you’re sure to find on that matches their eyes.
12. A Cup for Boys
Nothing quite says “I love you man” like a little boy’s cup to “pad out” their collection.
» Shop funny police academy graduation gifts here
Best appreciation gifts for police officers
Police officers do a lot for our communities. A LOT. What better way to say thank you than by purchasing unique appreciation gifts for police officers like these?
13. Thin Blue Line Keepsake Box
What better way to say thank you to a police officer that made a difference in your life than with this gorgeous handcrafted keepsake box?
14. Police Officer Globe Decanter
This USA-made decanter is hand-blown by artisans and etched with an intricate Law Enforcement Badge with striking detail. What’s more, it’s 50% larger than similar decanters, holding up to 1000ml of their favorite liquor. It’s “loved by cops across the country” and a great way to send your appreciation.
15. Police Officer Appreciation Gift You Make A Difference Keychain
This hand stamped keychain will remind cops on the go that they make a difference. Remind them of their bravery and your humble gratitude with a keychain, one of the best appreciation gifts for police officers.
16. A Big Bag of Coffee
This 12oz bag of small batch, whole bean coffee from De Luna Coffee will treat them juuuust right. Their Midnight Shift blend was created in partnership with the Pensacola Police Department and is a medium bodied breakfast blend. Mmmm.
» Here’s how to thank a police officer
Best gift cards for police officers
If you’re out of ideas or know they’d prefer to pick something out for themselves, consider purchasing gift cards for police officers from these businesses that cops love.
17. Amazon
Who doesn’t love a little online shopping to unwind from the day or kill time on a slow shift? Choose a custom design and deliver Amazon gift cards for police officers via email or a physical card.
18. Cabelas
Let the cop in your life invest in new clothing for on the job, be it sweat-wicking base layers, new Carhartts, or extra ear warmers. If Bass Pro Shops is closer to their home, you can find e-gift cards for police officers from their store too!
19. Dunkin Donuts
Obvious donut jokes aside, it’s hard to beat the prices (and taste) of a warm cup of Dunkin Donuts drip coffee when you’re working the late shift. Make those midnights or 3-11’s a little more tolerable by gifting a police officer a hearty gift card to Dunkin Donuts.
20. AMC Movie Theaters
Give the cop in your life the chance to take their family out for the night to have some good old fashioned fun. Be sure to add a little extra moolah to cover the cost of the XL bucket of popcorn!
Find the best gift for a police officer!
Finding the best gifts for cops is hard, especially if you’re strapped for time. But don’t fret — we did it for you, scoping out the best custom police officer gifts, books, and “toys” (er, essential, practical gifts) for every cop out there.
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