Federal LEOS Face Greater Scrutiny

Due to the nature of their job, federal law enforcement officers often find themselves in the public spotlight. This exposure can be due to praise from the public, or scrutiny for an action taken while on the job. As seen in a number of recent high-profile cases, no officer or agency is immune to allegations of wrongdoing. Accusations can be made by anyone, including criminal offenders, members of the public, co-workers, special interest groups, or members of Congress, among others. However, Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) from FEDS Protection is available and can play a vital role in safeguarding the officers sworn to serve and protect others.

Federal law enforcement officers can protect themselves against allegations and investigations with a FEDS Protection PLI policy. FEDS Protection offers policies with $1 million, $2 million, or $3 million in civil liability protection for attorney’s fees and indemnity costs in the event you are sued in your civil capacity for actions taken within the scope of your employment. Our policy also includes $200,000 of legal representation coverage per incident for administrative actions and $100,000 of coverage for criminal defense costs arising out of actions taken within the scope of your employment. Annual premiums for FEDS Protection PLI start at $290, which is less than it would typically cost to hire a federal employment lawyer for an hour. LEOSA coverage for off-duty incidents is also available for qualified law enforcement officers. Additionally, federal law enforcement officers are eligible for a reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost of their PLI policy through their agency. To learn more about how a FEDS PLI policy can protect you and your career, visit www.fedsprotection.com or call (866) 955-FEDS, M-F 8:30am-6pm to speak directly to a representative.

*This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.