Newark FOP Lodge #12 was chartered on November 9th, 1960 and is an organization of Newark Police Officers (active and retired) who believe in and provide legal and labor respresentation to officers based on equality, fairness and integrity.  The Lodge is committed to improving the working conditions for officers at the Newark Police Department by discussing issues with department and city administrations.  Newark Lodge #12 also believes in giving back to the citizens of Newark by participating in a variety of community involvement activities.