

Phoenix Law Enforcement Association
The mission of PLEA is to PROMOTE the positive role of the police profession, and to PROTECT and secure members’ rights and benefits through effective representation and professional relationships with the community and local, state, and national govements.

PLEA has created a political candidate questionnaire to help us evaluate our candidates’ positions on the issues that our important to our members and the profession. If you are a candidate whose platform includes issues in common with PLEA and our stated goals, then we’d like to hear from you or a representative of your campaign.
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Leadership
Leadership has many definitions and characteristics. In our profession, being a leader doesn’t always mean being promoted. Leadership can be learned; however, someone who has leadership ingrained in their DNA…
Read MoreWhat Exactly Does PLEA Do for Us?
We often get asked the question, “What exactly does PLEA do for us?” Another question often asked is “I never get in trouble, so why do I need PLEA?” First,…
Read MoreIs Drinking Making Your Life Worse?
Have you ever decided to stop drinking for a week or so, but only lasted for a couple of days? Do you wish people would mind their own business about…
Read More13th Annual Shop With a Cop
On December 7, PLEA Charities hosted the 13th annual Shop With a Cop along with the Arizona Probation Officers Association (AZPOA) at Kohl’s in north Phoenix. This event was our…
Read MoreNavigating the Medical Retirement Process
As police officers and members in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), you have options if you are unable to perform your duties as a police officer because of…
Read MoreThe Consent Decree Scam
It has been over two years since the Department of Justice (DOJ) began its “pattern and practice” investigation into the Phoenix Police Department. Chief Sullivan provided an update a couple…
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Fallen Heroes

Thomas Craig
END OF WATCH September 03, 2021Sergeant Tom Craig died from complications as a result of contracting COVID-19 while assigned to…
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Donald Schultz
END OF WATCH May 12, 2004Officer Schultz drowned in a canal in North Phoenix while searching for evidence in a…
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David Lee Johnson
END OF WATCH May 02, 1944Police Officer David Lee Johnson was shot and killed by an off-duty detective in front…
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Zane Coolidge
END OF WATCH September 06, 2024Police Officer Zane Coolidge succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained three days earlier while responding to…
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Police Officer Phillip James Vavrinec, Jr.
END OF WATCH September 22, 2021Police Officer Phillip Vavrinec died as a result of contracting COVID-19 while serving as a…
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From 1928 to the present, the Phoenix Police Department has lost
44 OFFICERS
in the line of duty.Plea Charities

The purpose of PLEA Charities is to promote the positive image of law enforcement and enhance the quality of life in our communities by helping police officers in need as well as assisting organizations and individuals within the communities we serve.
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MONEY RAISED FOR PLEA CHARITIES SO FAR
$1,000.00
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training & classes
Several companies that specialize in law enforcement-related training offer discounts for PLEA members.
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PLEA offers its members discounts on tickets and services that can be used in the Valley and abroad.
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Austin Police Association Negotiating a 20% Pay Increase
Austin Police Association proposes pay raises of up to 20% as part of contract negotiation FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2022 BY EMMA FREER The Austin Police Association has proposed raises of up…
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Phoenix Officers are Paying The Price
Phoenix officers are paying the price of anti-police rhetoric. So are residents. Britt London, President of PLEA – opinion contributor, AZ Central March 29, 2022. Words matter. They impact…
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Hiring Problem
Phoenix Police Department is losing Police Officers at an alarming rate! At the time of writing this there are currently 2,696 total sworn police officer positions in the City of…
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Your Right to Privacy and Mobile Devices
District Court Judge, Michael Liburdi ruled on February 4, 2022 that the City of Phoenix can not search personally owned mobile devices without having probable cause and search warrant .…
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Notice of Claim Against the City, Chief Williams, and Asst Chief Kurtenbach
On February 4, 2022, Commanders John Collins, Lawrence Hein, and Gabriel Lopez filed a Notice of Claim to the City of Phoenix to include former City Manager Ed Zuercher, Chief…
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Phoenix Police Staffing Issues Persist for Variety of Reasons
PLEA President Michael ‘Britt’ London was on The Mike Broomhead Show on Monday. They talked about staffing levels and some of the polling results from OH Predictive. Listen to the…
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