WELCOME TO IDEOA

The Illinois Drug Enforcement Officers Association is a non-profit association, founded in 1989. The association is governed by an executive board comprised of officials from various law enforcement agencies across the State of Illinois.

The association believes effective narcotics enforcement is predicated on establishing viable lines of communication and coordination of efforts among drug law enforcement entities. We strive to provide narcotics enforcement personnel with training appropriate to their mission. To this end, we hold statewide training sessions each year, which in the past, have included subjects such as the Erosion Process and Police Corruption, Courtroom Survival Techniques, Developing and Handling Informants, Undercover Operations, and Clandestine Laboratories.

Our members are sworn law enforcement officers spanning the entire State of Illinois who are tasked with enforcing narcotics laws and protecting the public from drug offenders. We support those officers in their mission to make Illinois a safer state for all its citizens.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

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IDEOA remains committed to delivering quality training and fostering professionalism among the men and women who carry out narcotics enforcement. This commitment has shaped many leaders serving our profession today. As the challenges of narcotics enforcement continue to evolve, IDEOA stands unwavering—equipping officers with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to safeguard our communities. The impact of narcotics reaches across all socioeconomic lines, reminding us that every community deserves protection, and every life affected deserves our resolve.

As law enforcement professionals, we are strongest when we stand together—driven by purpose, guided by integrity, and united in service. Our collective efforts have the power to change lives and strengthen the communities we proudly serve. IDEOA will continue to champion and support narcotics enforcement, ensuring that our mission remains focused, effective, and impactful.

 

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Thomas Jennings

Thomas Jennings, IDEOA President

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