Las Vegas FOP Lodge 1

Why Join?

Overview

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.

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
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

National FOP Benefits
Click to learn more about the wide variety of services and benefits that the National FOP offers to its members.

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
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
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 here.

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 id card, which authenticates membership within the FOP. Click to view the full listing of national FOP programs.

Monthly Meetings
We have a new meeting location. We meet at 1000 on the first Saturday of each month at 4615 W Sunset Rd Las Vegas, NV 89118

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
Our dues are $80.00 per calendar year (January 1st - December 31st). Annual renewals begin effective October 1st and continue through December 31st. For faster processing, you can submit your application and pay online.

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 $324.00 per year. Completed applications are required to enroll.

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; attend collective bargaining seminars; represent the Lodge as a delegate at State and National conventions and much more!

ADDITIONAL MEMBER BENEFIT

Join the Las Vegas Lodge #1 FOP today!

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