Does SF confiscate damaged/mutilated RABs? Why?

Does SF confiscate damaged/mutilated RABs? Why?

• A. No, because they will need to present their old RAB when obtaining a new one
• B. Yes, they confiscate immediately
• C. Yes, but only if damaged beyond recognition
• D. No, they keep it for records

Answer: (A)

When a Restricted Area Badge is damaged, you don’t just walk away with the same credential. The process is to bring the damaged badge to Security Forces (or the issuing office) with your ID to get a replacement. They verify you, deactivate the old badge, and issue a new one. That verification step—presenting the old RAB—ensures the new credential is tied to you and prevents misuse or duplication. The damaged badge is surrendered for destruction as part of the replacement, not kept or confiscated as a separate action.

When a Restricted Area Badge is damaged, you don’t just walk away with the same credential. The process is to bring the damaged badge to Security Forces (or the issuing office) with your ID to get a replacement. They verify you, deactivate the old badge, and issue a new one. That verification step—presenting the old RAB—ensures the new credential is tied to you and prevents misuse or duplication. The damaged badge is surrendered for destruction as part of the replacement, not kept or confiscated as a separate action.