SERVING THE NEEDS OF IRISH LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AND THEIR ASSOCIATES IN THE STATE OF MARYLAND The Police Emerald Society was founded in 1996. We are a not-for-profit Irish organization who supports Law Enforcement members and organizations in the State of Maryland. We are based in the Baltimore, Maryland metropolitan area. The PES offers its members a chance to network with other Law Enforcement individuals, organizations and supporters. It offers an opportunity to work with the community and raise funds for charity causes. The Police Emerald Society is one of the few Law Enforcement organizations that offers its members a variety of events to attend and participate in. We are proud members of the National Conference of Law Enforcement Emerald Societies (NCLEES)