On the street I grew up on, there were four houses. Three of them were cops. My best friend’s dad was one of them. I remember him sleeping during the day, working nights, and not being home much. Police work long, hard hours, and most of the time don’t get the respect they deserve. Officers put their lives on the line every day so we don’t have to. I put a lot of thought into choosing these police gifts to show them the appreciation they deserve. Whether they are just starting on the force, trying to balance career and family, or getting ready for retirement, you will be able to show your appreciation by giving them these gifts.
1. Fancy Whiskey Decanter
Appreciation gifts for police officers
This elegant gift shows appreciation for all that hard work. It is also a great police officer retirement gift or police graduation gift. Some decanters allow for personalization.
If they aren’t a whiskey drinker you can get them law enforcement shot glasses instead. Some have funny sayings, others have the patriotic blue line flag, and others have a bullet sticking out of the side of the glass. For the beer drinker, get a mug they can keep in the freezer so they will never have to drink warm beer again. Make sure to include beer, whiskey, or whatever they like a shot of along with this gift. You want them to be able to use the gift right away!
2. Ammo Gift Can Set
Appreciation gifts for police officers
Get a box full of jerky and snacks as a police appreciation gift. Or get one with whiskey glassware as a retirement gift for a police officer. The box and glassware are personalized and each comes with various additional items.
A bath gift set makes a relaxing gift for female police officers. She will appreciate a long soak in the tub after a rough day. Similarly, everybody loves food. Get a gourmet gift basket as a way to show appreciation for the police.
You might want to take a look at gifts for other jobs too!
3. Police Academy Graduation Plaque
Police graduation gifts
Get this personalized gift for a police officer’s graduation. Customize it with their name, graduation date, and the name of the academy. This beautiful keepsake will proudly be displayed by the recipient.
A small gift for a police officer, but a meaningful one is a police key chain with a motivational charm. Saint Michael is the patron saint of law enforcement. Get the new rookie a Saint Michael coin as a symbol that someone is watching over them, keeping them safe.
4. Gas Grill
Gift ideas for police officers’ days off
While this isn’t technically a police themed gift, I don’t know any officer who wouldn’t want this. Grilling is as American as apple pie and baseball. For those days off, get a gas grill for spending time with the family or having those boys in blue over for a BBQ.
Get a thin blue line grilling apron with a pocket for grilling tools. A wooden beverage cooler decorated with an American flag is great for keeping beers cold. Corn hole is a game for all ages, and what better way to spend time with family than playing this game decorated with a patriotic theme.
5. Caribbean Cruise
Best police gift ideas
Plan a vacation to get away from it all. Police officers work hard protecting the rest of us. However, when they have days off, it can be hard to unwind. A relaxing cruise to tropical islands is one of the best gifts for cops. A few days or a week hearing waves lapping at the shore, snorkeling, exploring exotic locales, or just spending time on board will give them the break they deserve.
Vacations can be expensive, so if you are looking for something a bit more affordable you can get gift cards for hotels or for an Airbnb so they can choose their own destination and plan the trip they want. Maybe you can have the whole unit chip in with gift cards for a police retirement gift.
6. Police Gear Rack
Practical gifts for police officers
Hang up gear such as a tactical vest and belt on this cool gear holder that can be customized with the officer’s name. This makes it a good personalized gift for a police officer.
Those police boots really stink after a while, not to mention the patrol car after having old food and criminals in it. Odor eliminating spray will help make those items less offensive. It is even safe on K-9s. A tactical defense pen is one of the best gifts for police officers. It can break car windows in an emergency. Some double as flashlights and can openers, making them great multi use tools.
7. Unbreakable Sunglasses
Best police gifts
Which gift is best for police? Cops need to protect their eyes. Ballistic tactical sunglasses are a useful gift idea for police officers since they won’t break when impacted.
What should you give a new cop? A weatherproof notebook for interviewing witnesses or taking notes on a crime scene will be appreciated. This way their notes don’t get smudged in the rain. For police officers living in a cold climate, a rechargeable hand warmer is a must. They need to maintain quick reflexes for using their gun or taking notes.
8. K-9 Travel Cup
Police gifts for dogs
Don’t forget police gifts for K-9s. Police dogs work hard and need to stay hydrated. Get your K-9 a leakproof water bottle to take with him to work. Get one that needs one hand to operate so you still have the other free in case of an emergency.
Get you K-9 some interactive toys to keep him in top shape and mentally alert for the job. Some dispense treats, and others might put their mental acuity to the test. Then get him a soft bed to sleep comfortably in after a rough day at work. It can even be placed by a desk so he can sleep while the officer completes paperwork.
9. Police Panties
Funny police gifts for girlfriends, wives, or female officers
These are great gag gifts for girlfriends of police officers. There are also some customizable gifts for female police officers. These make funny police gifts for bachelorette parties.
Are long hours and job stress putting a strain on your relationship? Add some spice by switching things up. Do a little role playing as a gift for a police officer husband. Get a sexy police costume for yourself, and get him a criminal outfit. If your wife is a police officer though, get a sexy police outfit for yourself and get her the criminal outfit.
10. Tactical Patrol Bag
Useful law enforcement gifts
This is a great police gift for a new cop. Officers need a patrol bag to keep all of their equipment organized while in their vehicles. These have numerous compartments to easily grab important equipment. This is especially useful if the officer doesn’t have a partner. The bag can sit in the passenger seat for easy access.
Get a set of long lasting water resistant flashlights for their gear bag. These light up areas upto 1000 feet. Additionally, police officers on patrol spend a lot of time in their vehicles. Get a spill proof trash can for the patrol car so it isn’t littered with food wrappers and other garbage.
11. Concealed Carry Hoodie
Wearable police gifts
For those carrying a weapon while off duty, these hoodies make it easy to conceal their piece without being obvious.
You can also get a belly band gun holster for around the waist or a concealed carry purse for a female officer.
12. Trip to Europe
Police retirement gifts
Retirement is the time to go on a trip of a lifetime. After working hard all those years, it is finally time to relax and do what you want. And who works harder than those in law enforcement. Send them on a Rick Steves’ tour of Europe. There are so many destinations to choose from. Tours include the majority of meals, all overnight accommodations, and transportation during the tour. You will just need to book transportation and accommodations before and after the tour. This is a great police retirement gift for a spouse. Part of the fun can be planning your trip together. Why not plan a few extra days in the airport destination to enjoy the sites and get used to the time change before the tour.
To keep money safe during the trip, get them a money belt. These stay hidden under clothes so thieves don’t have access, but are within easy reach when needed for purchases. Also, get an airline approved travel backpack. You want them to enjoy their trip and not be burdened down by their luggage. A good travel backpack allows easy access to items, but is easy to carry since weight is distributed evenly.
13. Food Subscription Box
Edible police gifts
Cops work long hours and sometimes don’t have time to stop for food. Have a subscription box sent to the precinct so they can keep some snacks in their car. Boxes come in numerous varieties such as sweets, meats, vegan, and healthy.
Maybe your cop doesn’t have time to shop or plan meals. A useful gift for police officers is to order some boxes of meat or meals to be delivered. Then there is no need to spend time thinking about what to cook. Gift cards for food delivery, fast food, or specialty shops where they can pick up pre-prepped meals are helpful and come in the denomination you choose.
14. Patriotic Phone Case
Cool cop gifts
Let them show off their years of service with a police themed cell phone case.
Get a police themed popsocket. You can also get a personalized phone docking station for the home or the precinct.
15. Patriotic Travel Mug
Useful gifts for police officers
We all know the stereotype of police officers spending time in the coffee shop. And why not? They work long hours and need to stay alert. Of course, they are going to be drinking lots of coffee. Get this tumbler as a police gift on the go.
Then get a gift card for coffee, either from a shop, or to brew at the station or home. Smaller denominations are great gifts for policemen in your neighborhood, at your child’s school, or at your job. To make your own gift box, put a gift card either in a travel tumbler or a ceramic coffee mug with a silly saying.
16. Custom Flag Case
Police retirement gifts
This makes a nice law enforcement retirement gift to personalize with the retiree’s name and branch of service or precinct they are retiring from. It can hold an American flag or the police blue line flag.
Also get thin blue line wall art customized with name and badge number. A thin blue line watch makes a nice Christmas gift or birthday gift for a police officer.
17. Police Cufflinks
Novelty cop gifts
For a funny gift for police officers get some quirky cufflinks designed like badges, handcuffs or bullets.
Get a pistol shaped bar of soap as a gag gift for a police officer. Another weird cop gift is a pair of police themed socks with the officer’s photo on them.
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