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The IACP 2027 Annual Conference and Exposition will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 9-12, 2027. IACP 2027 is a professional law enforcement event, open to IACP members, qualified non-members, and exhibitors.

Only IACP members can take advantage of the member registration rate. All IACP memberships are individual and non-transferable for conference registration member rates.

Qualified non-members include sworn officers, first responders, public safety personnel, civilians, and members of the armed forces. Civilian employees of public safety and government agencies includes offices of police, sheriffs, EMS, fire hazard, hazmat; park rangers from federal, state, city, county, campus, and tribal agencies; and the armed forces. A valid form of identification will be required. The IACP reserves the right to refuse ineligible registrations.

Annual Banquet ticket sales will begin August 26, 2027.

IACP 2027 Registration Rates

Registration Policies

Full conference registration to IACP 2027 is limited to IACP members, qualified non-members, family members, and exhibitors. IACP 2027 is not open to the general public.

To take advantage of discounted registration fees, complete the printable registration form and return to the IACP with payment or register online through August 25, 2027. Beginning August 26, 2027, ONLY online registrations will be accepted, and higher registration fees will apply.

Registration fees must accompany the registration form; payment may be made by check, credit card, or purchase order. Advance and on-site registration fees will be accepted in U.S. funds only and must be drawn on a U.S. bank. All credit card payments will be processed at IACP Headquarters in U.S. funds. Phone registrations are not accepted. Do not mail and fax your credit card information, as charges may be duplicated. Once your registration is processed, you will receive an e-mail confirmation which also serves as your only receipt.

Free Exposition Pass For Public Safety Personnel

Sworn officers, first responders, and civilian employees of public safety and government agencies, and members of the armed forces can register for complimentary access to the Exposition Hall.

Public Safety includes offices of police, sheriffs, EMS, fire service, hazmat, and park rangers from federal, state, city, county, campus, and tribal agencies, and the armed forces. To qualify for the three-day expo hall-only pass, the recipient must work for the government or a public safety agency and will be required to show their credentials upon arrival. The IACP reserves the right to refuse ineligible registrations. Exposition Pass registrants cannot purchase Chiefs Night tickets.

Membership Discounts

Join the IACP now to qualify for the First Time IACP Member rate and save 38%.

IACP members attending the Annual Conference and Exposition for the first time can take advantage of a special discounted rate; $520 in advance and $645 on-site, savings of over 38%. The First Time IACP Member discounted rate must be taken at the time of the initial registration. Refunds cannot be given for incorrect registration submissions.

Non-members may submit their IACP Member dues along with the First Time IACP Member registration fee ($520) by completing the membership portion of the registration form.

Law enforcement professionals at every level qualify for membership in the IACP. Those in sworn command-level positions qualify for active membership; others are eligible for associate membership. Visit www.theIACP.org/Membership for details.

Cancellation Policy

• All cancellations must be made in writing and e-mailed (Attendee: [email protected]; Exhibitors: [email protected]), mailed or faxed (703-836-4543) to the IACP headquarters.
• A penalty will apply. No telephone cancellations will be accepted.  It will take a minimum of six (6) weeks to receive a refund for in-person event cancellations.
• A 25% penalty will be assessed on all cancellations postmarked or fax/e-mail dated on or before September 15, 2027.
• A 50% penalty will be assessed on cancellations postmarked or fax/e-mail dated September 16 - 2, 2027.
• No refunds will be issued on or after October 3, 2027.
• No refunds will be given for no-shows.
• Registration or Annual Banquet tickets may be transferred to another person in your organization by written request to IACP prior to September 16, 2027. After this date all changes must be made at the conference. Additional charges may apply.
• There are no refunds for Annual Banquet tickets.
• The Cancellation Policy is subject to change.

Rules for Participation

The following guidelines make up the IACP Meeting and Event Safety Protocols, which represent state and local mandated protocols in place during the event. Any updates will be posted and shared with registered attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, & vendors prior to the event.

• Full conference registration fee includes access to all general assemblies, workshops, receptions, Exposition Hall, and Chiefs Night.
• The First Time IACP Member discounted rate must be taken at the time of the initial registration. Refunds cannot be given for incorrect registration submissions.
• Only IACP members can take advantage of the member registration rate. All IACP memberships are individual and non-transferable for conference registrations member rates.
• Family refers to a spouse or family member, not a business associate or fellow law enforcement colleague. Only the family member’s name, city and state will appear on his or her badge. Family members do not receive certificates for workshops.
• The IACP Annual Banquet is held on Tuesday, October 12, 2027, and features the swearing-in of the Incoming IACP President and Board of Directors, as well as the presentation of our Leadership Awards. This is a black-tie optional event (business suits are appropriate). Seats are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited. A separate ticket is required. Annual Banquet tickets will be sold online starting September 2026. No refunds will be given.
• 1-Day and 2-Day Pass registration will begin online on August 26, 2027. Each person may register for only ONE 1-Day or 2-Day Pass.
• Individuals who purchase an Exhibitor Expo-Hall Only, 1-Day, or 2-Day pass may purchase a Chiefs Night ticket at an additional cost.
• The IACP invites qualified members of the media to attend the IACP 2027 Annual Conference and Exposition and apply for IACP 2027 conference credentials. Advanced registration is required and attendance by the media is by invitation only and IACP may revoke or rescind credentials at any time, for any reason. The Media Policy and registration details will be shared in August 2027.

Photo, Image, and Recording Disclaimer

Registration and attendance at IACP events constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the IACP’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photos, images, video, and/or audio recordings of such events without compensation or approval rights. All photos, images, and recordings are the property of IACP.

Photography and audio or video recording of conference workshops or speaker series sessions is prohibited.