Police Officer Magnetic Support Band

A mourning band is a black band worn horizontally across a badge or uniform patch as a sign of respect and remembrance when a first responder has passed away. It is a longstanding tradition in law enforcement, fire services, EMS, and other public-safety agencies to honor the fallen and support their families and departments.

Mourning bands are traditionally worn by:
Police officers
Firefighters
EMTs & paramedics
Dispatchers
Corrections officers
Military personnel
K-9 units
Chaplains
But anyone — including families, civilian employees, and community supporters — may wear a support mourning band to show solidarity and respect.

They are worn during:
Line-of-duty death memorial periods
Funeral and burial services
Anniversaries of a fallen member
National remembrance dates (e.g., 9/11, Peace Officers Memorial Day)
Departmental ceremonies or local memorials
Always follow your department’s specific policy if they have one.

We provide a full Badge Measurement Guide, but as a quick reference:
For metal badges: measure the widest point horizontally across your badge.
For cloth patches: measure the width of the patch on your uniform shirt or outer carrie
If you are unsure, we can recommend the right size based on your department, badge style, or a quick photo.

Absolutely. Departments, unions, academies, and memorial groups often purchase in bulk for:
Line-of-duty death response
Department-wide tributes
Annual remembrance events
K-9 unit losses
Discounts start at 25+ units and increase with volume. Contact us for a quote.

Keep the band:
Away from extreme heat
In a dry place
Pinned or stored flat to prevent stretching
Many customers keep their bands in shadow boxes, memory frames, or glove-box kits for future remembrance dates.