I was contacted by the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association, is this a legitimate organization?

If you receive correspondence form the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association (ISA) via mail it is legitimate; please note however that the Illinois Sheriff’s Association will never call anyone and ask for donations. If you receive a telephone call from someone asking for a monetary donation and claiming to be with the ISA, it is a scam!

The ISA has been in existence since 1928 and they are dedicated to improving public safety. The primary mission of the ISA is to assist the 102 County Sheriffs throughout the state with training, communication, and the necessary resources for them to serve local communities more efficiently. The Office of Sheriff is the longest continuously existing non-military law enforcement entity in history.

To join the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association, please visit: https://www.ilsheriff.org/membership/