(San Juan, PR) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was proud to take… Read More
Empowering The Future of Law Enforcement
We assist in recruiting, training, mentoring and promoting qualified Hispanic American men and women in the criminal justice arena. Read more about our mission.

HAPCOA’s Annual Training Symposium
Addressing Challenges Through Outreach and Innovation
May 3-8, 2026 in Mesa, AZ
The Story Behind HAPCOA
HAPCOA, the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association, established in 1973, is the oldest and largest association in the U.S. of Hispanic American command officers from law enforcement and criminal justice agencies at the municipal, county, state and federal levels. Read More >

Are You A Member?
Membership in HAPCOA is open to any individual involved in law enforcement, criminal justice or related fields of support.
Our Values




Our Initiatives


The Impact
We provide professional development, networking opportunities, access to job opportunities, a forum for discussion of proposed legislation and regulations, a national voice to address concerns before legislative bodies, regulatory agencies and the courts, and much more.
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News
HAPCOA Past President Named to National Wresting Hall of Fame
August 20, 2025
On July 23, 2025, HAPCOA’s former National President Hector Hernandez (2008-2010) was selected to receive… Read More
HAPCOA International Faith and Blue Project Delivers 2nd Humanitarian Container to the Dominican Republic
July 22, 2025
(Washington, DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) via its National Capitol Region… Read More