Sacramento, CA — Today, President Brian R. Marvel, President of the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), which represents over 87,000 public safety members and more than 960 associations, […]

Sacramento, CA — Today, President Brian R. Marvel, President of the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), which represents over 87,000 public safety members and more than 960 associations, […]
Today, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) – which represents over 86,000 public safety members and more than 960 associations – announced its endorsements for California Governor: Democrat […]
This year we welcome Tom Papa as our entertainment for the Installation Dinner. With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic […]
Earlier this month, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) – which represents over 83,000 public safety members and more than 955 associations – released its updated Policy Platform […]
Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), the largest statewide law enforcement association in the nation representing over 83,000 public safety professionals and 955 associations, applauds the recent passage of […]
 
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As we enter October, I want to address a pressing issue that affects every one of us: the balance between public accountability and the privacy rights of peace officers. Last month, UC Berkeley and… Read More
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, promoting early detection and supporting research toward a cure. Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed… Read More
After a long August recess, members of Congress returned to Washington on September 2 with the primary objective of keeping the government funded. As the appropriations process is well underway,… Read More
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        Sergeant Renee Menchaca has spent 23 years serving the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office with honor, grit, and heart.
 
        Deputy Andrew Nunez was responding to a call of a man with a gun when he was shot by an armed suspect upon arrival. Fellow deputies and paramedics provided lifesaving aid, but despite their efforts, Deputy Nunez succumbed to his injuries.
 
        Officer Craven was returning from jail when she witnessed a serious injury collision on the freeway. Officer Craven stopped her patrol vehicle to assist the motorists involved in the collision. While helping the motorists, Officer Craven was struck by another vehicle. Despite lifesaving efforts by responding officers, Officer Craven succumbed to her injuries.
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March 18, 2022
WE NEED YOUR HELP – SUPPORT COMMUNITY COLLEGE PEACE OFFICERS
By clicking HERE and pressing send on the pre-written email, you can voice your opposition to a dangerous proposal by the Community College Board that would risk both officer and…
March 02, 2022
Today, President Joe Biden delivered his first State of the Union address during which he highlighted his strategy to make our communities safer and reduce gun crime. The President urged Congress to act on his $350 million budget request to more…
March 01, 2022
Sacramento, CA — Today, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) and the California Association of Highway Patrolmen (CAHP) announced their endorsement of Sacramento District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert for Attorney General…
