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California Peace Officers' Association

Here for you.
Here for ALL law enforcement.
That's the CPOA Difference.

Our Mission

To serve all California law enforcement by enhancing the profession through training, mentorship, transparency, professionalism, community engagement and common-sense advocacy.

What We Offer

Training

CPOA provides relevant and up-to-date training to the law enforcement, legal and public safety professions throughout the state of California, most of which are POST certified.

FOP Legal Defense

This program is designed specifically to cover the law enforcement exposures faced by members of the FOP Legal Defense Plan by paying legal defense costs on behalf of participating members (Supervisor and above ranks).

Law & Legislation

CPOA provides you with representation at the Capitol and in the courtoom. We are at the table at every policy and legal discussion impacting California public safety.

Networking

From live and virtual events, to member outreach between regions and committees, CPOA offers many ways to connect with law enforcement throughout California.

About Us

The California Peace Officers’ Association (CPOA), established in 1921, continues its commitment to developing progressie leadership for the California law enforcement community – no matter the rank or department – through organizational netowrking, professional development, technological advancement, and public policy advocacy.

CPOA is a non-union professional association with more than 23,000 members of all ranks from municipal, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies throughout California

Core Values

The health, welfare, and development of our members.

A profession that is skilled, well- trained, and knowledgeable

Supporting sensible legislation through advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels.

Building trust between law enforcement and the communities served.

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