Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. Are school districts officers "Real Cops"?
- A. Yes, School District Police Officers are commissioned as “Peace
Officers” by the Board of Trustees of their School District. The authority to
commission police officers comes from the Texas Education Code under section 37.081.
The Board of Trustees sets the jurisdiction and scope of duties for school district police.
EPISD police are authorized to enforce all laws and may arrest individuals
found in violation of those laws. Additionally, officers may write citations for
appropriate offenses that are covered by State law including offenses listed in the
Texas Education Code and Transportation Code. These citations are filed with the
appropriate Justice of the Peace.
- Q. Who do school district officers work for?
- A. School District Officers work for the district that commissions them. Under the
Education Code of the State of Texas, police officers are supervised by the district's Chief
of Police. This matter is designated by law under section 37.081 of the Texas Education Code.
The Chief of the district answers to the Superintendent or his/her designee.
- Q. What do school district officers do?
- A. Officers of the district answer calls for service as well as provide other
functions as needed. Some officers are assigned to a particular school. Others work in the
patrol division and respond to various locations inside the district. Officers take a
unique approach to working with children in the district. Not only do they perform the
traditional enforce role, they also are heavily involved in prevention, and education
strategies of the District.
- Q. How does someone report an incident?
- A. It is very simple. They may call (915) 887-6880, 24 hours a day. The call will be
given to an Officer who will respond to the matter.
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