Attendee Information

Celebrating 26 Years

The Time Is Now.

More than two decades have passed since the ILACP launch of this event, created to serve the law enforcement community, as well as other safety and security professionals working throughout Illinois and neighboring states.

Circle August 12 & 13 on your 2027 calendar and make plans to join us.

The expo is the only trade show in the Midwest showcasing the latest products and services for security and law enforcement professionals. We bring together an exciting 2-day marketplace featuring state-of-the-art security and law enforcement products, systems and services.

The 2026 Midwest Security & Police Conference/Expo had over 977 attendees; 238 departments; 33 Sheriff and State Police departments, 27 Colleges and Universities; 15 other states and the District of Columbia. 5 other countries were represented.

Your Registration Includes:

Free Conference Program

The education and training program presents a broad mix of expertise from local, state and national agencies, private security professionals, together with authors, educators and other experts in security and law enforcement.

Everything offered at MSPCE is provided free to qualified public and private security professionals and public safety administrators.

35,000 Square foot Exhibition

The exhibition is a true superstore of security and law enforcement goods & services. You will see uniforms, transport vehicles, firearms, crime scene aids, evidence storage solutions, fleet management software, emergency lighting, ID Systems, smartphone apps, video systems, warning lights, protective gear, speed guns, footwear, surveillance products, reporting software, pursuit vehicles, and more.

MSPCE is presented by the Illinois Association Of Chiefs of Police (ILACP).

The ILACP is the professional organization of Police Chiefs and other leaders of Law Enforcement and Public Safety Organizations in the State, promoting the professional and personal development of its members and colleagues.

Collocating with the FBI National Academy Associates of Illinois Annual Meeting.

The FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. is a non-profit, international organization of nearly 18,000 senior law enforcement professionals dedicated to providing communities, states, countries, and its members with the highest level of law enforcement expertise, training, education, and information.

Tinley Park Convention Center

18451 Convention Center Drive | Tinley Park, IL 60477