Peace Officers Research Association of California
If you take a moment to poll your officers or deputies, ask them this question: What is a radio call? The likely answer is that it is a call for service. They are correct. However, what many fail to recognize is that a radio call is, more importantly, a call to evaluate for the appropriate service. Read More
If you have been in law enforcement for more than a few years, you are likely all too familiar with the “effects” of the job. I’m not talking about the sweet abs after the academy or the gray tinge of your skin after three months on nights. I’m talking about “I don’t care what we have for dinner” (apathy); “I have nothing to talk about with my non-cop friends” (social withdrawal); “Eff this effing bullshit, effing eff” (anger); “I think I need to clean the garage again” (anxiety); “Is it worth it?” (depression); “Why do I always cry during deodorant commercials?” (emotional lability); nightmares; problems with concentration; substance abuse … Read More
After dedicating 30 years of service to the Upland Police Department, during which he held every rank from police volunteer to captain, past PORAC Treasurer Marcelo Blanco has added one more title to his resume: police chief. Read More
PORAC was saddened to learn of the June 4 passing of Larry Malmberg, who served as PORAC president from 1986 to 1990. Malmberg began his career as a deputy with […] Read More
On June 7, Anne Marie Schubert hosted an election night party at PORAC Headquarters. The night was filled with hope and enthusiasm for her to be elected as California’s next […] Read More
PORAC’s legal counsel has reviewed President Joe Biden’s executive order mandating federal law enforcement agencies to implement a range of police reform measures. While the executive order imposes new requirements […] Read More
Law enforcement members, supporters, survivors and their families and friends came together at the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument in Sacramento on May 1 and 2 to honor those who […] Read More
On May 3, PORAC made its much-anticipated return to the State Capitol for its annual Legislative Day. The gathering gave PORAC leaders the opportunity to have meaningful dialogue with congressional […] Read More
May is a sacred month for our nation’s law enforcement profession. It is a time for peace officers, survivors and supporters to come together to pay tribute to the men […] Read More
(Photos by Christopher Slatoff/christopherslatoff.com) On May 13, 1988, history was made when Governor George Deukmejian dedicated the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument at the State Capitol. In a ceremony attended […] Read More