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Serving San Diego since 1912

The SDPOA represents all sworn police officers and recruits within the San Diego Police Department. The purpose of the SDPOA is to represent its members relating to employer-employee relations and to safeguard the Rights, Benefits, and Privileges of each member.

  • Mission

    The San Diego Police Officers Association (SDPOA) was incorporated in 1953 to assist San Diego police officers in issues related to wages, hours, and working conditions.

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  • Board of Directors

    Our board of directors maintains our association's assets and are the go-to decision-makers of member and community concerns.

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    • 1.4m

      Population

    • 1,797

      Sworn Officers

    • 32

      Line of Duty Deaths
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      We regularly host and participate in community events and fundraisers where we have the chance to talk with local residents and businesses. Several of our San Diego Police Officers Association events are held in support of our Widows & Orphans Fund, Memorial Fund and Scholarship Program, and we are grateful for your support.
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      Widows & Orphans Fund

      The Widows & Orphans Fund is a vital part of the San Diego Police Officers Association. We are the ONLY charity in San Diego that directly supports the sworn officers of the SDPD in times of injury or death.
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      Memorial Fund

      The SDPOA Memorial Fund provides financial and logistical support to allow our members to attend and represent San Diego at memorial services for law enforcement officers killed in the line-of-duty.
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      Scholarship Program

      Each year, the SDPOA awards scholarships to a number of students to help children of members achieve their goals in higher education.
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      Latest News

      26 March 2025
      Initiative launched to show support to women in law enforcement
      The Peace Office Research Association of California, located in Sacramento, released new research highlighting the importance of women in law enforcement as agencies and organizations launch initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of fem...
      24 March 2025
      SDPD celebrates 25-year anniversary of Central Division location
      The San Diego Police Department's Central Division on Saturday celebrated a quarter-century at its location on Imperial Avenue. Click here for article. ...
      11 March 2025
      San Diego Police Overtime Keeps Climbing Amid Citywide Budget Crisis

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      10 March 2025
      Lt. Bill Kolender in 1967 answers criticism of San Diego Police field interrogation policies

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