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Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association

We represent Sheriffs and Law Enforcement across the great state of Montana

08/26/2026

Montana Law Enforcement Time Machine

You get to work one shift in any decade of Montana law enforcement history!

1940? 1955? 1967? 1999? 2008? 2013? 2020?

When are you going and why? What one item of modern technology would you refuse to give up?

08/20/2026

Let's shine a light on some of the organizations that make a difference in the lives of law enforcement and their families!

We're inspired by the Mason Moore Foundation, Montana Guardian Fund, and Tunnels to Towers, who support officers, families, and agencies through resources, funding, grants, and information.

What other organizations support first responders and their families? Share in the comments so we can be sure to check them out!

https://masonmoorefoundation.com/
https://montanaguardianfund.org/
https://t2t.org/

08/12/2026

With all the smoke in the air and the high temps we'd like to highlight Project STAR.

Project STAR is an interagency cooperative agreement between the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) and the Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association (MSPOA) that allows county Sheriffs to request and fund mutual-aid law enforcement support from other counties during major wildland fire evacuations and incidents.

We currently have a Project STAR deployment to assist Beaverhead County. Thank you to all the Montana Sheriffs who are always willing to help out each other's communities in times of need! Thank you to the law enforcement, firefighters, and support staff who are assisting with fires in Montana!

08/05/2026

County Roll Call

Montana has 56 Sheriffs serving 56 counties.

Check in!!

What county are you from or where did you spend most of your career?

Current, retired, officer, detention, dispatch, administration — let’s see how many counties we can get to check in today.

MSPOA is aiming for 56!

07/29/2026

MSPOA is hosting Primary SWAT this week. This is not an easy course and it’s not supposed to be. It is physically demanding, mentally challenging, and somehow always seems to take place during the hottest days of summer. The students are held to a high standard because the instructors expect the best from themselves before they ever ask it of their students.

At the end of the week, 32 students will complete the course. But it would not be possible without the 13 experienced tactical officers from Sheriffs’ Offices and Police Departments from across Montana who are volunteering their time this week to train, mentor, and prepare the next generation of tactical operators and commanders.

That is one of the best traditions in law enforcement; experienced officers investing in those who will one day take their place.

To our instructors who are sharing their knowledge, teaching safety, correcting mistakes, and helping build the next generation, thank you! Your impact reaches far beyond this week’s course!

07/22/2026

Thank you for taking the time to answer last week's question and sharing your wisdom. It speaks volumes about the quality of retired and current LE we have serving the state and the importance you put on bringing humanity and kindness to the job!

07/15/2026

We want to hear from you!

If you could give one piece of advice to someone just entering the profession and just pinning on the badge for the first time, what would it be? Maybe it is something your FTO told you; maybe it is something you learned the hard way; or maybe it is something that’s guided you through your entire career.

Whether you are still wearing the badge or you have been retired for years, share your advice in the comments! The next generation is listening!

07/08/2026

☀️ Your vehicle can become deadly for your dog in just minutes. 🐾

With summer temperatures rising across Montana, the Montana Sheriff’s & Peace Officers Association wants to remind everyone: Please don’t leave your pet in a parked vehicle—even for a few minutes.

Even with the windows cracked, the temperature inside a vehicle can quickly climb to dangerous levels, putting your pet at risk of heatstroke, brain damage, and death.

Signs of heat distress include:
🐶 Excessive panting
💧 Heavy drooling
🚨 Weakness or stumbling
🤢 Vomiting
🩸 Bright red gums
⚠️ Collapse or unresponsiveness

If your pet can’t go inside with you, the safest place for them is at home.

If you see an animal in distress inside a parked vehicle, contact your local law enforcement agency immediately. A quick call could save a life.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. Together, we can prevent needless tragedies and keep Montana’s pets safe this summer.

07/02/2026

This week we celebrate 250 years of American independence and the freedoms that make this country amazing.

We're grateful to the men and women of our Armed Forces, law enforcement, first responders, and all those who choose a life of service to protect our communities, our nation, our liberties, and our ideals. Your commitment and sacrifice help preserve the freedoms we sometimes take for granted.

From all of us at the Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association, thank you for your service, and Happy Independence Day. Celebrate safely and responsibly!

06/26/2026

As MSPOA History Month comes to a close, one of the association’s most meaningful traditions took place during our annual awards banquet — the Passing of the Ceremonial Peace Pipe. For decades, this gift to the association has marked the transition of leadership from one MSPOA President to the next. The Peace Pipe was a gift to the association and has the names of each President on a leather feather attached to the pipe.

The annual MSPOA Awards Banquet provides the perfect opportunity to transition from one leader to the next while also honoring the outstanding law enforcement officers, detention officers, chaplains, and citizens who go above and beyond in service to the people of Montana.

As we celebrate our history, we also celebrate those who are writing the next chapter through their dedication, leadership, and selfless service to their communities.

Our amazing members contribute to the association every single day. Thank you to Ross Jessop for taking pictures at the 2026 annual awards banquet!

Address

Helena, MT
59601

Telephone

+14064435669

Website

http://www.mspoa.org/

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