Join the Illinois Council of Police (ICOPs)

Welcome to the Illinois Council of Police (ICOPs), where our dedicated staff and experienced attorneys are here to assist you in forming or switching unions, regardless of your group’s size. Whether you have an existing union or are looking to establish one, we provide comprehensive support every step of the way.

What Sets Us Apart

ICOPs is a union of law enforcement professionals, managed by officers who bring their firsthand experience, knowledge, and commitment to delivering unparalleled service. Our unwavering dedication to member advocacy ensures that your voice is heard and your rights are protected. We understand service is the most important thing your union can deliver. Our staff and attorneys work when you work, 24/7

Unlike other unions, our staff and attorneys personally handle every stage of a grievance, from writing and filing to following up on time limits. When an issue arises on duty, our members can rely on us to manage everything with their input, ensuring they never have to confront their supervisors or Chiefs without our support.

Join ICOPs today and experience the difference of a union that truly understands, supports, and advocates for law enforcement professionals.

For those with an existing union, we require signed Election Petition cards. If you have never had a union, you will need to fill out Majority Interest cards. Our successful track record includes organizing groups under the National Labor Relations Board, Illinois Labor Relations Board, and the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board.

To begin the process of making ICOPs your union, contact our office for Collective Bargaining Authorization Cards or download them from our website. Please note that original signatures are required for filing. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at (630) 832-6772 or reach out via email.

Contact the Illinois Council of Police office for Collective Bargaining Authorization Cards (or download above) to begin the process of making ICOPs your union. Please note we must have original signatures (no copies) to file the cards. If you have any questions, call us at (630) 832-6772 or contact us via email.

What makes the Illinois Council Of Police (ICOPs) different from other labor organizations?

ICOPs is a union of law enforcement professionals, run by law enforcement officers with the experience, knowledge, and commitment to provide the best service of any union.

Unlike other unions, the Illinois Council of Police staff and our attorneys still write, file, and follow up on the time limits through each stage of a grievance. When something occurs on duty, our members call ICOPs and we handle everything with their collaboration and input. We believe a member should never be in the uncomfortable position of confronting their supervisor or Chief about an issue.

  1. If your department forms a union with ICOPs (or switches from your current union to ICOPs), you do not have to give up the fraternal organization you may have, such as a Lodge with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police. Your fraternal organization and your union are two separate entities and we encourage our members to maintain such associations. You can confirm this information with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police by contacting them on their website.
  2. You can ONLY change unions during a brief period before your contract expires, or while your contract is expired. 

    “Now isn’t the time, let’s negotiate the contract and look at switching unions after.”  Unfortunately, some people mislead union members into believing they can negotiate a contract and decide later, thus denying them of their right to select their representatives. You cannot negotiate a contract, then make a change in unions except in very limited circumstances where a petition is already filed before the contract is signed. Source: Section 1210.35 of the Illinois Labor Relations Board Rules and Regulations

  3. ALL ICOPs Chapters have access to ICOPs attorneys. Other unions try to dissuade prospective ICOPs members by claiming that only ICOPs police members have access to our attorneys. That is FALSE. All chapters and members can utilize our attorneys for contract bargaining and disciplinary issues.