The Birth of NCIC in American Policing
On January 27, 1967, law enforcement in the United States crossed a quiet but decisive threshold. There was no ceremony on courthouse steps, no flashing lights, no breaking news banner. […]
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Officer Privacy in South Carolina: LEPPPA Steps
Every law enforcement officer understands that the job does not end when the shift is over. In today’s environment, risks to officer safety often extend beyond the uniform and into […]
Honoring 20 Years of Remembrance at the Statehouse
In 2026, South Carolina marks a significant milestone. It has been 20 years since the South Carolina Law Enforcement Memorial was dedicated on the Statehouse grounds, a permanent place of […]
South Carolina FOP Board of Directors Sets Course for a Stronger, More Unified 2026
The South Carolina State Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police convened its Board of Directors on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Columbia for the first Board meeting of the […]
Statehouse Report – 01/23/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
Service, Justice, and Community
Each year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on the meaning of service. It is a day set aside not for debate or division, […]
Statehouse Report – 01/16/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
2026 Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference
The 2026 Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference is now open for registration and offers one of the most comprehensive training opportunities available to law enforcement professionals in the Southeast. Held May […]
Open Letter From Greenville County FOP
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police stands firmly with Greenville County FOP Lodge #17 following the recent ambush of a City of Greenville police officer. While we are grateful […]
Entering the 2026 Legislative Session with Focus and Vigilance
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the South Carolina General Assembly returns to Columbia for the second year of the biennium. As lawmakers reconvene, the decisions made during this session will […]
