National Sheriffs' Association

06/17/2026

👔 Father’s Day Scam Alert 👔

Looking for a last-minute Father’s Day gift? Be cautious of fake websites advertising steep discounts on electronics and tools. Always verify the seller before making a purchase.

👮 Why it matters:
• Common in mid-June, especially with last-minute purchases.
• Victims frequently file reports locally.

📢 Action for Members:
• Share safe online shopping reminders.
• Partner with local retailers to spread awareness.

06/17/2026

A major funding opportunity is now open for sheriffs’ offices and law enforcement agencies across the country.

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced nearly $700 million in COPS Office funding opportunities to support law enforcement agencies across the country. These grants can help agencies strengthen staffing, improve school safety, support officer wellness, expand training, and invest in critical public safety resources.

Application deadlines begin in July, so now is the time to review what’s available and see which opportunities may be a fit for your agency.

View all COPS Office grant opportunities and application details here: https://cops.usdoj.gov/grants

the leading proactive policing experts at the U.S. Department of Justice, the COPS Office has invested over $20 billion in policing since Congress established the office in 1994. Through our grant programs, we continue to provide critical resources that help communities address emerging challenges,....

06/15/2026

Access to treatment shouldn’t depend on a zip code.

On Thursday, June 18, from 2–3 PM ET, ORN’s Justice and Public Safety Interest Group will host Building Treatment Access Where None Exists: Lessons from Rural and Frontier Communities, a session focused on how justice and community partners are finding practical ways to support individuals with behavioral health needs in small, rural, and frontier jurisdictions.

The discussion will highlight real-world strategies, including tablet-based crisis intervention, telehealth access, rural crisis initiatives, and the growing connection between local law enforcement and the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Register today: https://bit.ly/49OKYHf

06/11/2026

Day 3 brought the kind of energy that reminds you why this conference matters!

Yesterday was packed with conversations that went straight to the heart of today’s biggest public safety challenges, from leadership and officer wellness to jail operations, emerging technology, election security, drones, and more. The exhibit hall kept the momentum going with agencies, partners, and industry leaders connecting throughout the day.

A major highlight was the NSA Awards Lunch, which opened with remarks from FBI Director Kash Patel and celebrated the law enforcement professionals whose service, courage, and commitment continue to raise the standard for the profession.

Another full day of learning, recognition, and connections!

06/11/2026

Day 2 in Omaha delivered another packed day at the 2026 NSA Annual Conference!

Tuesday’s seminars dug into the real work happening inside sheriff’s offices across the country, from corrections education and reentry to officer wellness, medical response, use-of-force review, identity scams, real-time crime centers, all with a focus on practical solutions for today’s public safety challenges!

The Exhibit Hall was also a major highlight, giving attendees the chance to connect with exhibitors, explore new tools and technology, and keep conversations going beyond the seminar rooms.

The day ended on a high note with an incredible turnout at the Past Presidents’ Reception & Live Auction! This event is always more than a great gathering. The funds raised help support scholarships that allow first-time sheriffs to attend the conference, build connections, and experience NSA on a national stage.

Day 2 brought the conversations, the connections, and the momentum!

06/10/2026

🚨 Scam Alert: Law Enforcement Impersonation 🚨

Scammers are posing as law enforcement officers and demanding money, often claiming you owe fines, missed jury duty, or are connected to criminal activity.

• Hang up immediately. Do not engage with the caller.
• Do not call the number back. Instead, contact your local law enforcement agency using a verified phone number from their official website.
• Report the scam.

ReportFraud.ftc.gov and notify your local law enforcement agency.
Remember: Legitimate law enforcement agencies will not demand immediate payment over the phone.

06/10/2026

Day 1 of the 2026 NSA Annual Conference came in strong!

The conference officially kicked off Monday, June 8, with a packed General Session featuring a fireside chat with DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin and NSA President Sheriff Chris West. From there, Laura Cole and Sheriff Pat Labat brought the room into a powerful conversation on communicating with clarity, credibility, and humanity when the stakes are highest.

Throughout the day, attendees also filled seminar rooms for timely conversations on leadership, jail operations, school safety, digital forensics, recruitment and retention, AI, reentry, drone operations, and so much more!

And of course, the energy carried right into the Welcome Reception and the grand opening of the Exhibit Hall! From the latest public safety tools and technology to meaningful conversations with exhibitors, partners, and sheriffs from across the country, the hall was buzzing from the moment the doors opened.

What a way to start the week in Omaha!

06/08/2026

Committee Day at the 2026 NSA Annual Conference brought the work of NSA into sharp focus.

From the Drug Enforcement Committee to the Government Affairs Committee and the School Safety and Security Committee, Committee Day gives sheriffs, law enforcement leaders, and public safety partners a chance to dive into the issues shaping the profession, share what is happening in their communities, and help move the work of NSA forward.

A special moment from the day was NSA President Sheriff Chris West recognizing Drug Enforcement Committee Chairman Sheriff Mike Milstead for his remarkable career and service. Sheriff Milstead has dedicated 53 years to law enforcement, including 29 years as Sheriff and 17 years on the Drug Enforcement Committee, serving the last five years as Chair.

Committee Day is where important conversations turn into meaningful action, and it was a strong start to an exciting week at the 2026 NSA Annual Conference.

06/07/2026

Join us on Monday, June 8, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Room 209 for an important discussion on the safe and effective implementation of Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) laws.

This expert panel will feature Sheriff Michael Adkinson of Walton County, Florida, Sheriff Robert Goldsmith of Tippecanoe County, Indiana, Joshua Horwitz, JD, Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions and the National ERPO Resource Center, and Deputy Chief Mitch Cunningham (Ret.), Chief Law Enforcement Advisor to the National Sheriffs’ Association.

Panelists will share real-world experiences, effective strategies, common challenges, and practical lessons learned in using ERPOs to prevent potential acts of violence and enhance public safety.

Whether your state currently has an ERPO law or not, this session offers valuable insights for law enforcement leaders committed to strengthening community safety.