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Texas Department of Public Safety

Driver records, crash reports, criminal history, Texas Rangers

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How to Submit

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Phone
512-424-2000
Mail
DPS, Public Information Coordinator, P.O. Box 4087, Austin, TX 78773-0001

Legal Framework

Governing LawTexas Public Information Act
CitationTex. Gov’t Code § 552
Response Deadline10 business days
Est. Response Time~10 business days

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a public records request with Texas Department of Public Safety?
You can file a request with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS-TX) through FOIAfile in under 3 minutes. We'll format your request with proper legal citations under Tex. Gov’t Code § 552 and deliver it via email, online portal, mail.
How long does DPS-TX have to respond to a public records request?
Under Tex. Gov’t Code § 552, Texas Department of Public Safety must respond within 10 business days. FOIAfile tracks your deadline automatically and notifies you if the agency misses it.
What if DPS-TX denies or ignores my request?
If Texas Department of Public Safety denies your request or fails to respond within the deadline, you may have legal options including administrative appeals and court action. FOIAfile provides appeal letter templates and can connect you with a FOIA attorney for a free consultation.

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