“Promotion of and support for the establishment of the highest qualifications and standards of performance for law enforcement professionals.”

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Serving Oregon’s Law Enforcement Community since 1968

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Newsletter: OPOA provides a quarterly publication that summarizes important news and policy and presents specialty articles written by fellow officers. To submit an article, please contact Business@opoa.info.

Conferences and Workshops: OPOA’s professional training programs are recognized as among the best available in the state. We also host many national programs and make them available to Oregon officers.

State-Wide Awards Program: OPOA has the best and most respected awards program in the state. Each year we recognize the finest examples of honor, courage and selfless commitment to public service performed by Oregon law enforcement professionals. The Awards Banquet is held each year following the annual OPOA Training Conference. Award Criteria

College Scholarship: Each year, the Oregon Peace Officers Association offers a scholarship opportunity to a dependent of an OPOA member(s). Scholarship Criteria (pdf)

Legislative Forum: OPOA provides a forum for bringing legislative proposals to the attention of the law enforcement community and the citizens of Oregon. We are committed to programs that promote the safety of the citizens of Oregon, and the welfare of the law enforcement community.

Committees: Through many special committees, OPOA involves its members in the operation of the association, and allows for them to have a direct impact on a multitude of pending issues. Members are encouraged to participate in various committees and boards such as: Executive Board, Training, By-Laws, Legislation, Conferences, Awards, Membership, Directory, Scholarships, Public Information, Newsletter or Police Memorial.

Subchapter Membership: With your OPOA membership you can choose to become a member of one of the five OPOA subchapters at no additional cost, including: Oregon Association of Reserve Peace Officers, Background Investigators Association, and Oregon Association of Property and Evidence Officers.

Group Auto & Home Insurance: OPOA members are eligible for excellent group rates on automobile and homeowner’s insurance policies from California Casualty. For a fast rate and coverage comparison, call toll-free 1-877-777-1419.
New: Free ID Theft Resolution Service New: Fallen Officer Survivor Benefit

Death Benefit: All active and associate members in good standing are eligible to receive a $500 death benefit to be paid to their designated beneficiary upon their death.

Memorial Fund: OPOA provides a $500 benefit to the family of Oregon Peace Officers killed in the line of duty (including officers who are not OPOA members).