Santa Cruz Police Department Official Badge | Law Enforcement Symbol #2023150 (License: Personal Use)

The badge features a deep blue shield bordered in purple and gold, with “SANTA CRUZ POLICE” arched in bold yellow lettering. At its center, a golden five-pointed star frames a circular scene depicting the region’s landscape: purple mountains, a pine tree, red sandstone cliffs, ocean waves, a lifeguard tower, and a beachgoer with a rescue buoy. The year “1866” marks the department’s founding.

Used on official websites, press releases, recruitment pages, and public safety communications to establish authority and local identity; matches user intent for verifying legitimacy, learning about the department, or accessing services.