Effective Legal Protection
Not only do we fight hard for our members, but we pay 100% of the costs associated with representing CLEAT members during internal investigations and disciplinary appeals, including arbitration fees. We also pay 100% of the costs associated with defending our members against criminal charges that result from the performance of official duties. In addition, we pursue affirmative litigation to enforce the provisions of local and/or state law when the public employer fails to comply with those laws.
Political Action
We provide expert political assistance to members and affiliated local associations in preparing for and winning local elections for civil service, collective bargaining, and pay raise referendums. Our staff of full-time lobbyists gives thousands of Texas law enforcement officers the strongest possible voice in Austin.
Field Negotiations
Regional representation by our full-time labor relations staff assists members and associations with a wide variety of collective bargaining and labor-related negotiation issues. We even provide assistance to members wishing to form a local association, including the preparation and filing of state-required documents.
CLEAT Membership Benefits Breakdown:
Legal Benefits
- Full-time Legal Staff
(Over 15 Full-time CLEAT Staff Attorneys & 65+ Regional Attorneys) - Legal Coverage
(Includes Administrative, Extra Duty Jobs, Critical Incident & Criminal) - OFF-DUTY COVERAGE
- 24/7 Critical Incident Hotline
- 2 Hr. Critical Incident Guarantee
(Or we will pay you $1,000) - Temporary Income Protection Program or TIPPs
(Up to $2,000/calendar year for suspensions) - Lost Off-Duty Income Protection
(Up to $500/calendar year for suspensions) - Spouse Critical Incident Coverage
(Member’s spouse must have a valid LTC to qualify) - FREE Will Preparation & Probate
(Comprehensive Will Services Includes Member’s Spouse) - CLEAT Tactical Bag App
(Mobile Member Portal & GPS locating for an OIS or Critical Incident)
Training Benefits
- FREE Training
(TCOLE-approved training in person and online training through a direct CLEAT/Nuvola Academy platform)
Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation
- $15,000 AD&D Benefit
(plus a $500,000 Texas State Death Benefit provided by the State of Texas) - Family Assistance
(Assistance is for the families of officers killed in the line of duty) - College Scholarships
(Provided through the Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation)
Member Discounts & Additional Benefits
- Preferred Business Providers
(AFLAC, Alexander Financial Management, Sandy Haley w/Southwest Funding, & HAIX Boots) - CLEAT Member-Exclusive Discounts
(Ford, Expert Voice, & Hotel Partners)
See what makes CLEAT the best choice
Why choose CLEAT vs TMPA? Flip through the book below to compare our benefits with those of our competitors.
Note: US Law Shield is no longer accepting/covering new members from Texas law enforcement and has been removed from this comparison.
Testimonials
“Within minutes of me being shot, CLEAT had mobilized. There was a representative on the scene helping all of us out within an hour. From the beginning, they were looking out for me from every angle. When I was in the academy, I didn’t really know much about CLEAT or why I needed a union working for San Marcos, but I can’t tell you how glad I am that I signed up that day.”
Officer Mueller
San Marcos PD
“Having CLEAT by your side and taking a portion of the load off your mind is priceless. My family, friends and I endured a five-day trial with a cost that you could buy a house with. The sense of relief when the verdict came back as not guilty on all counts was more than I can describe…
Constable Smith
CLEAT continued as they immediately had my license reinstated so that I could get back to work.
I have taught most of my career and tell every new and seasoned officer that you can not be in this profession without CLEAT on your team.”
Wood County
“CLEAT was instrumental in organizing the TPA by creating by-laws and a constitution to get our association started. Within a year, CLEAT began helping and educating us about Meet & Confer and represented us at City Council. Meet & Confer was adopted, and CLEAT has gone to the table with us to successfully negotiate agreements that have resulted in better benefits and pay raises of more than 30% from where we were before Meet & Confer. CLEAT definitely has our six.”
Sgt. Wilkey
Past Pres. Temple Police Association
“Thank you for the support even though it wasn’t a critical incident. It means a lot knowing that there is compassion and willingness to help when a previous organization made you feel like a waste of their time! Both attorneys I’ve talked to with CLEAT have made me feel welcomed as a member.”
Officer Shults
Double Oak PD
Frequently Asked Questions
To become a CLEAT member, please call Membership Services at 512.495.9111 or click the link at the bottom of the page.
Membership begins when CLEAT receives your application and 1st payment. For Local/City/County payroll deduction members, benefits begin when application and proof of payroll deduction form has been submitted to CLEAT, the local association, or your payroll department.
Absolutely. If your situation is an emergency, you can call our emergency line or call us through our CLEAT Tactical Bag App on your mobile phone.
At CLEAT, you get nothing less than exceptional service.
We are here to protect you, our member.
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