A new look for Texas driver licenses (DL) comes in at No. 5 this year — with DPS now issuing DLs and IDs with enhanced security features to further protect Texans’ identities. #12DaysOfDPS #TexasDPS #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #DriverLicense | Texas Department of Public Safety

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) takes a holistic approach in training our officers, particularly when it comes to training about crimes against children. Through the Interdiction for the Protection of Children (IPC) Program, DPS equips front-line officers with the tools they need to recognize indicators of victimization and trafficking, while also teaching them how to take a victim-centered approach when working to protect at-risk children. DPS’ Lt. Greg Reyero shares his experience

An inside look at Texas DPS’ high-intensity trooper training

During their time at the DPS Academy, Recruits train and condition to prepare them for their work as DPS Troopers. This includes Arrest and Control Tactics (ACT) training — which encourages Recruits to think critically about how they respond to situations. From threat assessment to use of force to de-escalation to injury prevention, ACT covers it all, and it’s not just time spent in the classroom. As part of their ACT training, Recruit School C-2024 recently participated in their ACT Comprehensi

Houston-based crime ring stole $300k from Target stores, DPS says

Texas Department of Public Safety outage forces driver license offices statewide to shut down

*Texas DPS Chase* Texas Department of Public Safety were involved in a pursuit on Friday the 13th in San Antonio Texas which was captured by a news helicopter (WOAI), footage of which is attached hereto. This incident happened in San Antonio after DPS troopers attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The criminal in a black Dodge Charger fled attempted to evade the troopers, but Texas doesn't play. The troopers stayed on him and the subject eventually wrecked into another vehicle as he ignored traf