Requests for 911 tapes and dispatch information are handled by the Houston Emergency Center, and can be submitted via:
- Email - [email protected]
- Fax - 713-884-3943
- US mail - Houston Emergency Center, PO Box 1562, Houston, TX 77251-1562
- For HPD Offense Reports click here
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The Houston Police Department Internal Affairs Division was created in 1977 and is mandated to investigate allegations of misconduct against employees of the Houston Police Department. It is a fact finding entity, and its purpose is three-fold:
What is Internal Affairs?
The Houston Police Department Internal Affairs Division was created in 1977 and is mandated to investigate allegations of misconduct against employees of the Houston Police Department. It is a fact finding entity, and its purpose is three-fold:
Who handles Houston personnel files?
Personnel File: All requests regarding a City of Houston employee's personnel / civil service file or documents within the file are handled by the City of Houston, Human Resources Department, Kimmothy Jackson, 832 393-6332. Your request must be submitted in writing via: Email - [email protected].
How to get criminal history in Harris County?
Criminal history information involving arrests made by any law enforcement agency within Harris County can also be obtained via the Harris County District Clerk's Office by calling 713 755-7812, provide the case and/or SPN number or the individual's name, DOB, TDL, SSN, etc. The cost is $5.00 and can be paid over the phone with a credit card. The criminal history information will then be mailed (pay for postage), faxed (pay $1.00 per faxed page) or you can retrieve it in person.
How long does it take to get an accident report in Texas?
Accident reports require 5 to 8 days processing time before they are available to the public. Accident reports are handled by the Records Division, 713 308-8585. You must provide at least two of the following in order to obtain an accident report:
What is the phone number for the Open Records Unit?
Should you have any additional questions, please call the Open Records Unit at 713-308-9178.
How long does it take to get a copy of your criminal record?
Or, you can mail a copy of your identification and a set of your fingerprints prepared by a law enforcement agency and the information will be mailed to you within 15 business days.
What is public information?
The public information portion contains a summary of the crime, the complainant's name, address, date, time and location of the incident the responding Officer's name (s), the incident number, and is generally all the information needed by your insurance company, if you need the report for a claim.
Who keeps court records in Harris County?
Court disposition records are maintained by the Harris County District Clerk, 713 755-7812 . You may contact them via:
What is the phone number for 911?
For emergencies, call 9-1-1. For any other situation that requires the response of a police officer, call 713-884-3131.
What is the number to call for a car burglary?
An emergency exists. (In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.) If any type of force or break-in occurred (Contact 713-884-3131 to report burglary or burglary of a motor vehicle). If any injuries occurred. This form CANNOT be used to report a stolen vehicle (Contact 713-884-3131 to report auto theft).
What evidence does the police need?
Any evidence exists (such as fingerprints, burglary tools left at the scene, any type of evidence, or anything that must be collected or processed by the police.)
Can you make a false police report?
Before continuing, you should be aware that it is a crime to make a false police report. You should also know that this form CAN ONLY be used to report a limited, specific set of crimes (as listed below *) and only under certain conditions. (We will be adding additional crime categories in the future).
How long does it take to become a peace officer in Texas?
At least three years of full-time employment as a peace officer licensed by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) or an equivalent licensing entity in another state, OR. At least 36 months of full-time employment, in any field, in the last 48 months.
What does it mean to be discharged from a law enforcement agency?
Discharged from any commission or recruit position within a law enforcement agency for disciplinary reasons, resigned to avoid suspension or discharge, or having resigned during a disciplinary investigation without a final judgement being rendered.
Who are criminal justice employees?
Criminal Justice employees include peace officers, corrections officers, probation officers and military police officers. The following are instances that will be evaluated:
