A Call for Strategic Investment in Public Safety
A recent national study has highlighted a concerning statistic: South Carolina ranks third in the nation for the highest crime rate relative to government spending on police services. According to […]
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Today in History: The Formation of the FBI
On July 26, 1908, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was established, marking the creation of a federal law enforcement agency focused on handling major crimes and national security. The […]
Today in History: The Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act
On July 22, 2004, President George W. Bush signed the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) into law, providing qualified law enforcement officers and retired officers the right to carry […]
Charleston City Paper Bias in Officer-Involved Shootings
The recent Charleston City Paper article, “S.C. Logs 26 Officer-Involved Shootings in 2024 — So Far,” presents a biased narrative designed to provoke outrage rather than inform. The piece fails […]
Advocating for Affordable Housing for First Responders
The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) has always stood as a stalwart advocate for the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to safeguarding our communities. Today, we are […]
Statehouse Report – 07/10/2024
Return to Work Legislation Bill Number Description Status Date SCFOP’s Position Hyperlink S188 Earnings Limitation – eliminates the cap for PORS members. Also, eliminates the cap for retired certified teachers […]
Governor Signs Senate Bill 969 to Increase Subsistence Deduction for Law Enforcement Officers
We are pleased to announce that Governor Henry McMaster has signed Senate Bill 969 into law, significantly enhancing the financial support for law enforcement officers across South Carolina. This legislation, […]
Today in History: Riley v. California (2014)
On June 25, 2014, the United States Supreme Court delivered a landmark decision in the case of Riley v. California, significantly impacting the procedures for searching digital information on cell […]
South Carolina Supreme Court Ruling: Key Takeaways for Law Enforcement Officers
The South Carolina Supreme Court recently delivered a crucial ruling in the case of State v. Collins, impacting how law enforcement officers conduct interrogations. The court held that a defendant’s […]
Today in History: Chimel v. California (1969)
On June 23, 1969, the United States Supreme Court delivered a landmark decision in the case of Chimel v. California, defining the scope of searches incident to a lawful arrest. […]
