Media and Communications Office Overview

May 24, 2023

The Media and Communications Office promotes the Texas Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) goals, activities and accomplishments by working with reporters in traditional media organizations and by utilizing social media outlets. The office also coordinates and organizes media events hosted by or involving DPS.

If you are a member of the media seeking information from DPS, please call  (512) 424-2080 or email the Media and Communications Office.

If you are a member of the general public seeking information from DPS, please visit the Contact Us page for a list of division phone numbers and emails to assist you.

If you would like to submit an open records request through the Public Information Act, please visit the Public Information Request page.

If you have received a telemarketing call from an organization claiming to represent the Texas Department of Public Safety, please read our Statement on Telemarketing.