Membership Qualifications

Membership is open to any regularly appointed, full-time (or retired) law enforcement officer of the United States, New York State, cities, towns, villages and political subdivisions therein, permanently employed.

A law enforcement officer is a police officer (as defined in N.Y.S. Criminal Procedure Law Art.1.20 Sect. 34), a peace officer (as defined in N.Y.S. Criminal Procedure Law Art. 2.10) or a federal officer (as defined in N.Y.S. Criminal Procedure Law Art. 2.15)

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Regulations Regarding FOP Logo and Paraphernalia

If you secure FOP license plates, such plates must be returned to the Department of
Motor Vehicles if you resign or are removed from membership in this organization.
The Fraternal Order of Police regulates the use of the copyrighted FOP name and emblem and prohibits the use of it in any way without the express written permission of the
New York State Fraternal Order of Police.

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Responsibilities as a Member

I hereby declare my desire to apply for membership in the Fraternal Order of Police. I agree with the aims and objectives of the FOP as outlined in the local, State and National Constitution & Bylaws, and I shall conform to all said rules. I pledge to respect all laws of the United States, the State of New York.

I also attest that I am qualified to apply for membership, and that the information supplied by me on the application is both accurate and truthful in applying for membership, and that any misrepresentation or deception on my part will be grounds for the denial of my application or expulsion from the Order.

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** Proof of Law Enforcement Officer Status **

A photocopy of your law enforcement ID card (active or retired) or a letter from employer
on official letterhead verifying your present law enforcement status must be provided in
order for your application to be processed. The photocopy or letter must be included
with your application.