(Washington DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association(HAPCOA) each year remembers the officers who… 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
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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 Convenes with IACP and National Law Enforcement Organizations in outlining “Shared Principles of Agreement”
March 31, 2026
On March 4, 2026, Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) Board Members Darnelly De… Read More
HAPCOA Announces Strategic Postponement of 51st National Law Enforcement Training Symposium
March 2, 2026
After careful consideration, the National Board of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA)… Read More