Public Safety Resources

Harris County Sheriff’s Office Trespass Affidavit

Persons who wish to authorize the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to enter the premises to enforce all applicable trespass laws on their behalf are required to file a Trespass Affidavit. The form may be executed by only the owner or the authorized agent of the owner. Link to form: https://www.northhouston.org/wp-content/uploads/HCSO-Trespaa-Affadavit.pdf

Houston Police Department Trespass Affidavit

Persons who wish to authorize the Houston Police Department to enter the premises to enforce all applicable trespass laws on their behalf are required to file a Trespass Affidavit. The form may be executed only by the owner or the owner’s authorized agent. Information: https://www.houstontx.gov/police/registrations.htm

CITY OF HOUSTON 311

From traffic fines and sewer concerns to pothole problems and neighborhood complaints, Houstonians can call 311 to speak to an agent or visit houstontx.gov/311.

CRIMESTOPPERS

Provides an anonymous tip line and a variety of resources on crime prevention. Call 713-222-TIPS(8477) or visit crime-stoppers.org.

HARRIS COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK

Register and create a login to access criminal arrests and records at hcdistrictclerk.com.

HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

For emergencies, dial 911. For information, to file a report, access crime statistics, or search jail information, visit harriscountyso.com or dial 713-221-6000.

HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

For emergencies, dial 911. For information, to file a police report, research crime statistics data, or file a complaint, visit houstontx.gov/police or dial 832-394-4978.

HPD BLUE STAR MULTI-HOUSING PROGRAM

A proactive program designed to reduce the potential for crime and raise awareness in apartment communities. Visit houstontx.gov/police/multi_family.

HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Check to see if a business has a legitimate license, especially after a natural disaster. Visit tdlr.texas.gov/licensesearch.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DPS

offers a variety of public safety resources in addition to driver’s licenses, including crime reports, sex offender registration, criminal history, and fingerprinting. To learn more, visit dps.texas.gov/dps-services.