Our Story

HISTORY OF THE ALABAMA STATE TROOPER ASSOCIATION (ASTA)

On June 26, 1980, forty-one (41) troopers gathered and unanimously voted to form the Alabama State Trooper Association (ASTA). A Bylaws Committee was appointed shortly after and met on August 21, 1980, to draft the initial bylaws that would guide the organization and operation of ASTA.

The first official organizational meeting was held on December 10, 1980, with 252 members in attendance. Membership steadily grew, and on August 20, 1985, ASTA was formally incorporated as a non-profit organization in Calhoun County, Alabama. The association’s original address was 5601 Ridgewood Drive, Anniston, Alabama.

In December 1988, the ASTA office was relocated to Montgomery, moving to its current address at 825 Adams Avenue.

On June 9, 1988, ASTA registered its official logo with the Alabama Secretary of State. The logo features the silhouette of a trooper's head, complete with hat, enclosed within two concentric circles bearing the inscription "Alabama State Trooper Association."

Today, ASTA proudly represents more than 1,100 members—approximately 90% of active, commissioned officers—as well as a significant number of Alabama State Trooper and State Police retirees.

Our Goals

Goals of the Alabama State Trooper Association (ASTA)

  • To promote the principles of professional law enforcement and to protect the community and uphold the rights of all citizens in the State of Alabama.
  • To support the ongoing advancement of the criminal and civil justice systems in both the State of Alabama and the United States of America.
  • To actively support legislation that enhances law enforcement, and to keep members informed about legislation that affects them or relates to their duties.
  • To represent the collective interests of ASTA members, including supporting or opposing legislation or addressing other matters that directly impact the membership, as directed by a vote of the Board of Directors.
  • To uphold our sworn duty as law enforcement officers, recognizing that our role is to enforce the law under all circumstances. ASTA members shall never participate in strikes, picket lines, or any concerted action that would cause—or attempt to cause—a disruption of police duties.
  • To remain independent from labor unions, with no direct or indirect affiliation or involvement, whether active or passive, at any time.
  • To respect the established chain of command and authority within the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. ASTA does not set policy or procedure—those responsibilities lie with the Secretary of Law Enforcement, the Governor, and the Executive Branch of the State of Alabama. However, this does not preclude the ASTA President from engaging in discussions with the Secretary of Law Enforcement on matters relevant to the Association.