The Fraternal Order of Police is the world’s largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers, with more than 325,000 members in more than 2,300 lodges. We are the voice of those who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving our communities. We are committed to improving the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement, and employee representation. No one knows the dangers and the difficulties faced by today’s police officers better than another officer, and no one knows police officers better than the FOP.
Overview
Who Can Join
Any full-time, sworn law enforcement officer with arrest power who is either currently employed by a government entity or retired, may become a member of the FOP Las Vegas Lodge 1.
Constitution and By-Laws of the Fraternal Order of Police
Article 4 – Membership
Section 1. Any regularly appointed or elected and full-time employed law enforcement officer of the United States, any state or political subdivision thereof, or any agency may be eligible for membership in the Fraternal Order of Police, subject to the provisions of this Constitution. No person shall be denied membership on account of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, or national origin.
Section 2. Subject only to the provisions of this Constitution, each state and subordinate lodge shall be the judge of its membership. Each state and subordinate lodge shall establish requirements for membership in good standing of its respective membership, which requirements shall not be inconsistent herewith.
BENEFITS OF JOINING
Membership
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Membership
Applicant must be a full-time active or retired peace officer (proof
of retirement status is required for membership)
To obtain an application:
1.Scroll down to JOIN button
2.Attend a meeting
Communications
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Communications
Our monthly meeting minutes are available to FOP members on the website. Additionally, a quarterly Grand Lodge publication (FOP Journal) is available digitally monthly to members.
Activities
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Activities
Lodge 1 has traditionally held monthly birthday pizza parties at Child Haven. Unfortunately, these gatherings are on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Pride and Professionalism
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Pride and Professionalism
Las Vegas Lodge #1 is proud of our involvement in both national and local police departments. We have members who are active and retired peace officers from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies nationally. Please download agencies represented list below.
National Programs
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National Programs
The Fraternal Order of Police are the largest law enforcement organization in the United States, with over 385,000 members and more than 2,300 Lodges. Members receive a national FOP identification card, which authenticates membership within the Fraternal Order of Police.
A full listing of national FOP programs to enhance a member’s professional or personal life can be found on the national website, www.fop.net
Monthly Meetings
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Monthly Meetings
We have a new meeting location. We meet at 1000 on the first Saturday of each month at 1170 Sunset Road, Suite 200, Henderson, NV 89011
Collective Bargaining
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Collective Bargaining
Upon request, the Grand Lodge will assist local lodges/associations with collective bargaining issues and legislative actions. It should be noted that the Grand Lodge labor unit can be your bargaining agent.
Dues
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Dues
Our dues are $80.00. Annual renewals begin effective October 1st and continue through December 31st.
For faster processing, you can submit your application on line and pay your dues through Pay Pal. If you choose not to enroll and pay through Pay Pal, please download your application from the link provided under “Become a member”, print it out and submit application and your check payable to Las Vegas FOP Lodge 1. Mailing address and applicable dues are listed on the application.
Legal Defense
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Legal Defense
Each active duty member has the opportunity to purchase a legal defense plan, covering administrative, civil and criminal defense claims. Currently, the plan is offered at a rate of $312.00 per year. Completed applications are required to enroll. If paying by Pay Pal, complete on-line application and then hit “Submit” to send both. You can also choose to download PDF version of application and mail it along with a check to Nevada State Lodge.
A legal defense application is required to be sent to the Nevada State Lodge regardless of the method of payment, PayPal or check. Enrollment cannot be completed without the application document and will take 3-5 days to process. Don’t wait to sign up.
Lodge Programs
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Lodge Programs
Joining the Las Vegas FOP offers many benefits to members, including:- The opportunity to seek an elected office within the Local, State and National FOP Lodges.
The opportunity to attend collective bargaining seminars.
The opportunity to represent the Lodge as a delegate at State and National conventions, conferences and social activities.
The opportunity to serve on committees within the Lodge.
The opportunity to purchase various FOP logo’d items.
Annual Christmas party
Annual college scholarship program for children/grandchildren of members in good standing (pending).