The purpose of a chapter is to create an organized action that promotes the mission of C.O.P.S. within an approved boundary.  Individuals desiring to establish a C.O.P.S. chapter in their community and/or state shall do so by following the Guidelines for Starting and Running a Healthy C.O.P.S. Chapter.

Any member as defined in the Chapter Bylaws, Article III, Membership, Section 1 and 2 are eligible to start a chapter.  Affiliate memberships such as local law enforcement personnel, business leaders, and citizens who are interested in the work of C.O.P.S. may also start a chapter. However, Affiliate Members shall not be eligible to vote or hold office.

To start a chapter there must be five committed people.  This must include a minimum of three line of duty death (LODD) survivors, at least one year out from their officer’s death.  Two of the five applicants can be Affiliate Members.

Individuals desiring to establish a chapter shall contact the National Chapter Liaison (NCL) at the C.O.P.S. National Office and request a Chapter Development Packet 1.  You can contact the NCL by emailing stephani_anderson@nationalcops.org