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LAPD Special
Order 40
Upheld

LAPPL blog goes live!

Strong support for LAPD in Times poll

Court upholds LAPD ban on asking immigration status

Court upholds LAPD ban on asking immigration status

An appeals court Wednesday upheld the Los Angeles Police Department’s Special Order 40, a policy governing how officers interact with immigrants.

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Join the conversation!

Join the conversation!

The official blog of the LAPPL is now live! Our blog is a forum for League members and directors to discuss all the issues affecting our Department and members, where your feedback is welcomed and encouraged.

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LAPD gains new approval from the public

LAPD gains new approval from the public

The strong endorsement of the department, expressed in a June poll, cuts across racial and ethnic lines. Other aspects of life in the city do not fare so well.

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From the <i>Blue Line</I>:  Law Enforcement's Modern-Day Heroes

From the Blue Line: Law Enforcement's Modern-Day Heroes

In May, we honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice in ceremonies at the Academy, Sacramento and Washington, D.C., and 25 of LAPD's finest were awarded the Department's highest honor at the 48th Annual Medal of Valor ceremony. Click here to read more and see photos from the events.

Mich. in talks to possibly take Calif. prisoners

Mich. in talks to possibly take Calif. prisoners

Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm sent a letter Monday to California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger formally offering to house – for a fee – some of the Golden State's prison inmates. Read more...

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Finance Rule for LAPD in Place

Finance Rule for LAPD in Place

After more than a year-long court battle, a Los Angeles Police Department rule takes effect this week that forces new officers in the gang and narcotics units to turn over detailed personal financial information.

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