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Mission: The los angeles county professional peace officers association is committed to continuing a "tradition of success" in serving a satisfied membership through an effective and expanding professional association. (see schedule o). We are a proactive and imaginative organization working in union with employers and other professional groups for necessary changes in policies, laws and legislation that are conducive to the well-being of our members. We will promote the professional interests of our members and the law enforcement community by protecting and enhancing their individual and collective rights. With approximately 6,000 active and 2,500 retired members, the association represents los angeles county employees of the sheriff's department, department of the coroner and district attorney's office dealing with their employer concerning grievances, labor disputes, wage rates of pay, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. The association also promotes the professional intere
Programs: The association's insurance program provides various types of insurance coverage to its members and county employees. Premiums are paid through payroll deductions. (see schedule o).
the association provides legal assistance to members and represents members in job-related grievances and labor negotiations.
the "star & shield", a newsletter dealing with relevant issues regarding law enforcement, labor issues and member news, is published and distributed monthly.
other expenses related to furtherance of the association's objectives.