Houston
United States | Texas
Updated - July 31, 2025

Picture By: Houston Police Department
Houston, the largest city in Texas and the fourth largest in the United States, is a vibrant metropolis known for its diverse culture, thriving economy, and significant contributions to various industries. Founded in 1836, Houston has grown into a global hub for energy, healthcare, and aerospace. The city is home to the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical complex, and NASA's Johnson Space Center, where astronauts are trained. Houston's rich cultural scene includes world-class museums, theaters, and a renowned culinary landscape that reflects its multicultural population. The city's warm climate and proximity to the Gulf of Mexico make it a popular destination for outdoor activities and events. Houston's unique blend of Southern hospitality and cosmopolitan flair continues to attract residents and visitors alike.
*Only agencies with a visible prescence and primary jurisdictions are listed. Other law enforcement agencies may be seen in Houston*
-Clicking the agency's name takes you to their homepage-
Local/State Agencies
Agency (Click Me) |
Governing Body | Type | Primary Jurisdiction |
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Houston Police Department | City of Houston | Municipal Police | City of Houston |
Harris County Sheriff's Office | Harris County Sheriff | County Police | Harris County |
Harris County Fire Marshal's Office | Harris County Fire Marshal | County Police | Harris County |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 1 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 1 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 2 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 2 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 3 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 3 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 4 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 4 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 5 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 5 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 6 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 6 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 7 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 7 |
Harris County Constable's Office Pct 8 | Harris County | County Police | Harris County Pct 8 |
Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office | Harris County Fire Marshal | Fire Police | Harris County fire investigations |
Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office | Fort Bend County Sheriff | County Police | Fort Bend County |
Fort Bend County Constable's Office Pct 2 | Fort Bend County | County Police | Fort Bend County Pct 2 |
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office | Montgomery County Sheriff | County Police | City of Houston |
Montgomery County Constable's Office Pct 3 | Montgomery County | County Police | Montgomery County |
Metro Police Department | Metro Houston | Tranist Police | Metro system, HOV lanes |
HCC Police Department | Houston Community College | Campus Police | HCCS properties |
Rice University Police Department | Rice University | Campus Police | RU Campus |
UST Police Department | The University of St. Thomas | Campus Police | UST Campus |
University of Houston Police Department | University of Houston | Campus Police | UH Campus |
Texas Medical Center Police Department | Texas Medical Center | Hospital Police | Texas Medical Center |
Texas Southern University Police Department | Texas Southern University | Campus Police | TSU Campus |
University of Texas Police at Houston | University of Texas | Hospital Police | UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Health Science Center |
Houston Christian University Police Department | Houston Christian University | Campus Police | HCU community |
Texas Highway Patrol | Texas DPS | State Police | Highways |
Port Houston’s Police Department | Port Houston | Special Police | Port of houston |
Houston ISD Police Department | Houston ISD | School Police | Houston ISD |
Alief ISD Police Department | Alief ISD | School Police | Alief ISD |
Spring Branch ISD Police Department | Spring Branch ISD | School Police | Spring Branch ISD |
Aldine ISD Police Department | Aldine ISD | School Police | Aldine ISD |
Klein ISD Police Department | Klein ISD | School Police | Klein ISD |
Spring ISD Police Department | Spring ISD | School Police | Spring ISD |
Humble ISD Police Department | Humble ISD | School Police | Humble ISD |
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Police Department | Cypress-Fairbanks ISD | School Police | Cypress-Fairbanks ISD |
Katy ISD Police Department | Katy ISD | School Police | Katy ISD |
Fort Bend ISD Police Department | Fort Bend ISD | School Police | Fort Bend ISD |
Federal Police Agencies
*with a visible patrolling prescence*
Agency (Click Me) |
Governing Body | Type | Primary Jurisdiction |
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Federal Protective Service | DHS | Federal Police | Federal properties |
Veterans Affairs Police Department | Veterains Affairs | Federal Police | VA properties |
Ability to enforce the Texas vehicle code?
*Federal officers can pull you over. They may issue federal traffic tickets on federal property.
Federal officers may also intervene when there is a public safety risk such as a dwi.
- Some uniformed federal officers may be deputized by the state, allowing them to enforce state traffic laws.
- Customs and Border Protection officers may conduct vehicle stops anywhere within the 100 mile zone.*