Established in 1966, the California Police Chiefs Association represents municipal, school and transportation police chiefs and their agencies in California. Association members provide public safety for more than 30 million Californians.

Mission: Serving as the voice and resource of choice for California law enforcement leaders.

Vision: Advancing California law enforcement leadership and shaping the future of policing.

Values: Leadership; Accountability; Collaboration; Professionalism; Trust

  • Board of Directors

    The CPCA Board of Directors is made up of 32 Chiefs of Police and Associate Members of the California Police Chiefs Association.

  • Committees

    CPCA has 9 active committees that work tirelessly to ensure you as a member are represented throughout the association.

  • Membership

    CPCA has over 1,000 members comprised of Municipal Police Chiefs, Seconds in Command and Retired Chiefs.

  • Team CPCA

    Great work requires great people, and we think ours are some of the best.