PoliceLink's Law Enforcement Tattoo Showcase

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Police tattoos have long been a tradition in law enforcement. Whether it be St. Michael, a department badge or personal remembrance, these tattoos offer a tribute to the lifestyle and sacrifice of law enforcement officers.

Browse our gallery of PoliceLink member tattoos and share the pride and honor of law enforcement.

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SHARRI8

almost 2 years ago

106 Comments

STOUT 517......VERY SHARP TATTOO......
Cat_D

almost 2 years ago

9604 Comments

Awwww, I really like this one of Moose ! I know you miss him, but he's waiting for you !
bigbowden

almost 2 years ago

180 Comments

currently working on a new one hope to have it finished for part 2
diss762

almost 2 years ago

8 Comments

Some of you need to get some sun on those pale canvases! And as KAF267 said, where do you draw the line? Tats on the eyelids, face, nose, neck??? It does become unprofessional at some point. Some tats could improve your officer presence with the bad element, and depending upon where you work, that may be a good thing. Beyond that, excessive visible tats offend and detract from credibility and legitimacy more than anything. How much is "excessive" would be a jurisdictional variable.
Hoffa_45

almost 2 years ago

2116 Comments

“Pain = Freedom” [LoL] I had ink before the job and I am working on new ink now. I am stunned how some agencies are stuck in the past. Yes, I am lucky I work for a progressive agency allowing visible tattoos [no full-sleeves for me just yet ] with no current policy against new ink, forced long-sleeve shirts, or termination for new/old visible ink. Is an LEO less dutiful for having ink? My dedication, hard-work, and professionalism in the field have never been questioned because of ANY of my tattoos; nor should they be... Just my thinking!
philfroggy

almost 2 years ago

1564 Comments

They are all great tattoos, The one on widowofacop did choke me up a little
Chief171

almost 2 years ago

3184 Comments

Why isn't the pic of my tat showing???
Damifino61

almost 2 years ago

6 Comments

I have never been a particular fan of tattoos.In my career the only people who had tat's were junkies,ex-cons and sailors.That being said,I gotta admit that times they are a-changing. I still hate to see one on a pretty female form because it covers up what God intended as beauty and who's gonna fool with perfection ? Whatever ! Ain't my skin and I gotta admit that some of the tat's shown here are pretty artsy looking.I particularly liked the one with St. Michael and the devil and really liked the K-9 tat.Dog lover anyway.Who knows,I may have my pug tattooed on my ankle.Like I said,"Times they certainly are a-changing".
SkoolCop49

almost 2 years ago

1560 Comments

Having several tattoos myself, most of which being military, I do not believe they detract from the officers professionalism. Unfortunately there is still an outnumbering, outdated, conservative sway or should I say stereotype that all tattoos are bad. As law enforcement progresses into the future hopefully the mentality of the law enforcement administration will follow.
EverVigilantSheepdog

almost 2 years ago

14 Comments

I think some of the ink is pretty good, and I don't think it detracts from the officers professionalism at all. I agree that placement is important, and I'd avoid neck/face/hands if I were ya'll. If it hides under the uniform, go for it. Just one old gray beards opinion. I'll see if I can figure out how to post mine.
CHP

almost 2 years ago

5630 Comments

That is a great one!!!
BigNTS

almost 2 years ago

6126 Comments

Great job, Kendra! Can't wait to see the next one.
ErinMWalsh

almost 2 years ago

30 Comments

i meant to put thumbs up. Anyway I love ink!! I have six tattoos.
KAF267

almost 2 years ago

14 Comments

I think it is best to put tattoos where they can be covered up.
My department just made it that if the tattoos can be seen on the fore arms, then you have to wear a long sleve shirt year round (with tie).
To hot for that. Besides it does not look professional. It's looks like they spent time in prison. Arms, neck and face. When do we draw the line
Love to look at them but it's not for me.
Kath

almost 2 years ago

1814 Comments

Love the ink!