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DPS is a state police agency
Criminal Law Enfocement Division officers assist local officers and other State and Federal agencies in enforcement of all criminal laws.
Traffic Law Enforcement Division officers enforce traffic laws on rural Texas highways and perform a variety of other duties.
Highway Patrol Troopers apprehend traffic law violaters, investigate most rural traffic accidents, recover stolen vehicles and stolen property, apprehend wanted persons, and assist other officers during emergencies.
Driver's License Troopers license and rehabilitate Texas drivers.
Vehicle Inspection Troopers supervise the State Motor Vehicle Inspection Program which involves more than 6000 inspection stations and about 17000 mechanic inspectors.
License and Weight Troopers enforce laws regulating weight, registration and other regulations governing commercial carriers.
Safety Education Troopers provide education and information programs on traffic safety and crime prevention and control.
Other DPS divisions and bureaus operate the State's crime laboratories; operate a statewide police communications system; maintain statewide criminal, accedent, and driver records; and provide numerous other support services. |
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