Patrol & Gear/SHIELD Loans

Get Geared Up!

In need of new work gear, or know someone that does? POPA can help you refresh your duty wardrobe, with our Patrol & Gear Loan!

Apply today and let POPA help you prepare for your next shift!

Apply Here!, or visit your local POPA branch, or give us a call at 562.229.9181 or 800.369.7672

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Protect Yourself from the Unexpected with a POPA SHIELD Loan

Introducing our new POPA SHIELD Loan – a cash loan designed specifically for any LASD (Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department), LADAI (Los Angeles District Attorney Investigator), LACPD (Los Angeles County Probation Department), or LA County employee. Borrow from $500 – $3,5001 with a fixed APR2.

  • Available to any LASD or LADAI employee E.g. Deputies, District Attorney Investigators, Custody Assistants, Security Officers, Security Assistants, Nurses, etc.
  • No credit check required3
  • No debt-to-income ratio verification
  • Terms available from 6 to 24 months

Visit your local POPA FCU branch or give us a call at 562.229.9181 or, 800.369.7672.

1 For amounts greater than $2,500 but up to $3,500, the borrower must be employed for more than 24 months and also have been a member of the credit union a minimum of 30 days at the time of application.

2 APR=Annual Percentage Rate. The borrower must be employed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department or Los Angeles District Attorney Investigators at time of funding. Some restrictions may apply. Borrower must have a minimum direct deposit of $250 per month into an account at POPA FCU or, payroll deduction to make the required loan payments. Verification of income (e.g. two recent paycheck stubs) is required. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. The minimum loan amount is $500. The maximum loan amount is $3,500. Terms available from 6 to 24 months. Payment example: For every $500 borrowed at 16.99% APR for 24 months, the monthly payment would be $24.72. The member may only have one (1) active POPA SHIELD Loan at any given time and must be the Primary Member on the account.

3 Online applications are subject to credit verification.

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