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February 19, 2020Vehicle Safety Inspection Changes Take Effect January 2025
Changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program will eliminate most vehicle safety inspections beginning on Jan. 1, 2025. Texans whose vehicles are registered in emissions counties will still be required to have emissions tests.
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Three of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Back in Custody
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces three of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted are back in custody following their recent arrests. Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives Christopher Garay on Nov. 29 and Johnny Wilson on Dec. 2. Michael Petterson, a Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender, was arrested on Nov. 27. Crime Stoppers rewards will be paid in Garay’s and Wilson’s arrests.
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Driver License/ID Services
The Department issues driver licenses valid for up to eight years to Texas residents 18 years of age and older. Most driver licenses and identification cards can be renewed up to two years before and after the expiration date. You have several convenient options to renew your Texas driver license or identification card during this time, including online, telephone, mail, or in person at your local driver license office. In Texas, your address on a driver license or ID card must be changed within 30 days after moving to your new residence. There are three ways you can request a replacement driver license and change your address: online, mail-in, and in person.
Recruiting
The Texas Department of Public Safety is committed to recruiting and training a diverse workforce that reflects its core values: Integrity, Accountability, Excellence and Teamwork. To join the DPS team, candidates must complete a rigorous physical readiness test, written test, polygraph exam, interview, background investigation, medical exam and psychological evaluation as part of the Trooper Trainee application process. Candidates selected for a Trooper Training class are educated by experts on criminal and traffic law enforcement, crisis intervention, fitness and wellness, crash investigation and community service, among other topics, to prepare them for a rewarding career as a Texas State Trooper.