The State Lodge was formed in 1954 and is proud to be New Mexico’s largest and one of the oldest law enforcement organizations. We boast a membership of approximately 2,000 active members, organized in 13 lodges throughout the state.
The Fraternal Order of Police has always been and remains today, actively involved in protecting the interests and welfare of law enforcement officers and their families. The F.O.P. Legislative Program led the way in the creation and passage of the Officers Bill of Rights and the passage of the Collective Bargaining Act; The Police Officers survivors Benefit of $50,000.00, which goes to the survivors of police officers killed in the line of duty; was passed in 1995...
K9 Thor died of heat exhaustion after the patrol car's engine failed outside of the Vicksburg Police Department.
Thor remained in the vehicle as his handler went into the police station... […]
Undersheriff Stephen McLoud died as the result of cancer that he developed following his assignment to the recovery efforts at the Fresh Kills landfill site following the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks... […]
How you can help
Our state and local lodges have plenty of fundraising and volunteer opportunities!
