Cancellation Policy: If a refund is needed, please request it prior to Tuesday, April 11 and we'd be glad to refund the full amount. Unfortunately once we submit the meal count to the conference center, we will not be able to issue refunds at that time. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes.
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Meet one of OACP's Annual Conference Presenters:
Chris Littrell
Topic: Chaos to Courage
Presentation Overview:
The Chaos and Trauma of Policing, Recovery and Healing, Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Prevention Through Science-Based Protocols.
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So, You Wanted to Be a Cop—What Does Your Family Think Now?
How to Cope With the Stressors Associated With Public Perception
- Presenter: Chief William P. Balling (retired)
- Topic: Officer Safety and Wellness
- Presentation Description: One of the most stressful consequences of today’s operating environment is that law enforcement officers are experiencing an increased level of negative perception by the media and the communities they serve. Today, law enforcement officers find themselves having to both defend their choice of career and remind people that they are human, too. Their families are also experiencing the same level of stress and find themselves constantly defending their loved ones’ vocation. Attendees of this presentation will learn how to address these concerns, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and enhance both their and their families’ resilience to adapt to the stress associated with public perception.
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Which is it: A Relaxing Transition to Retirement or an Unplanned Tsunami?
- Presenter(s): Chief Les Youngbar (Ret.), along with other retired OACP chiefs who will participate on a panel.
- Topic: Things to consider and complete before stepping into retirement
- Presentation Description: After a brief presentation a panel of retired members will discuss some of their experiences related to retirement.
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Background Investigations & Misconduct; How to Navigate ORS Law
- Presenter(s): Chief Marcia Harnden & Lt. Brian Corbett
- Topic: Misconduct laws and Backgrounds laws conflict. when it comes to sharing of documents. Here are some lessons learned when you need a background for internal investigations vs hiring.
- Presentation Description: When it comes to sharing documents, it's important to understand the key differences between gathering background information for internal investigations and for hiring purposes. This session with discuss lessons learned in navigating these processes effectively.
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Chief John Schmerber is taking the lead on this activity and setting up tee times. If you have not indicated interest on your registration form, and would like to play, please email Marie at [email protected] and we will get you added to the list. Chief Schmerber will be in touch with you.
Please review those who have currently signed up here.
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Open to all Conference attendees:
Wednesday evening, April 23, from 9pm – 11pm
Quaking Aspens Lanes at Wild Horse Casino
Sign up at check-in and you'll be placed on a team.
Drink ticket(s) and prizes provided by Rick and Jeff.
No bowling experience needed.
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This is a Paid Advertisement:
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The OACP offers a $2,000 scholarship to assist one Chief from a smaller agency, that has 15 or less full time employees, to attend the annual International Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference. The scholarship is awarded on a point-system basis.
DUE MARCH 31!
Learn more >>
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Oregon cities unveil a new poll as they press for stronger anti-camping laws
OPB
Oregon cities hoping to win new authority to restrict homeless camps are rushing to convince lawmakers to take their request seriously — and pushing a new poll they say shows change is needed.
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Portland’s spate of violence is ‘unacceptable,’ police chief says
OregonLive
In a news briefing Chief Day said police would be more visible in an effort to stem the city’s “unacceptable” violence, especially among young people, as many school districts begin their spring breaks.
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Oregon, Washington lead nation in decrease of stolen vehicles
KGW
The NICB reported that in Oregon, car thefts dropped by 30% between 2023 and 2024 — the third-biggest drop in the nation. Washington topped the list with a 32% drop. Nationwide, car theft is down by 17%.
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More law enforcement agencies stop reselling guns to prevent use in crimes
CBS
The investigation, published last year, revealed that more than 52,000 former police guns had resurfaced in robberies, domestic violence incidents, homicides, and other crimes between 2006 and 2022.
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Crimes Committed Through Inaction Can Still Be Violent, Supreme Court Rules
The Hill
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that crimes committed through inaction can still be violent, rejecting a New York crime family associate’s claim that his conviction in a foiled murder-for-hire plot wasn’t a “crime of violence” because he used no physical force.
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US Lawmakers Aim To Establish Home Loan Program For First Responders
MyNews13
The bill would “establish a new home loan program under the Federal Housing Administration for law enforcement, firefighters, medical first responders and teachers.” Moody said.
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