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South Dakota Peace Officers' Association

Years of Committed service
70

Association Scholarship Program

Education is the foundation upon which success is built. $500 scholarships available!

Coler-Williams Memorial Award

Awarded for demonstration of all-around outstanding academy performance.

Spirit of Six Award

Awarded for demonstration of the best tournament crowd control, dress, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm.

SDPOA 2025 Seminar

Save the date!

September 14 - 16, 2025

Training - Networking - Connecting

Reservations: 1-800-876-5858

Join us for a Sunday of fun competition featuring multiple events and the evening social! Monday starts with the business meeting, followed by an afternoon of training and the evening social.  Tuesday is training followed by the awards banquet.  Both Monday and Tuesday’s training is free to all certified Law Enforcement officers.  Come for part of the event or join us for the whole seminar!!

Seats fill up fast for the training! To secure a seat, please join as precedence will be given to the members of the Association. 

Become a Member

Current members get 50% off their next year’s membership with a new member referral. Yearly membership dues are $25 or $100 for five years.

David Miller presents 50 year membership awards to Glenn Imberi and James Sheridan.

David Miller presents 50 year membership awards to Glenn Imberi and James Sheridan.

As a member, you receive

* $15,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, plus and additional $15,000 if "on-duty"
* Legislative Voice
* Training Seminars - FREE
* Publication of local articles and editorials by members
* Enforcement news from around the state.*

SDPOA Membership Application