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DPS has unveiled a redesigned Texas driver license and identification card with a new look and enhanced security.

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Important Citizen Information

Texas Department of Public Safety Appeals Driver License Ruling
2010 2011 DPS Exceptional Items (296kb. PDF)
Volume I (8mb.PDF)
Volume II (15mb.PDF) -
DPS Legislative Appropriations Request for FY 2010 and 2011
Deloitte Study (PDF)
and Deloitte Study Supplemental Materials
Gartner Study (PDF)
DLD Restructure Plan (PDF)
Sunset Review
Sunset Report August 2007(PDF)
Texas DPS Promotional Process Review & Recommendation Report for Commissioned Personnel (PDF)
DPS Non-Commissioned Promotional & Selection Process Sub-Committee Report (PDF)
Governor’s Mansion Fire Report

Stranded Motorist Hotline- Information on non-emergency roadside assistance.
Driver Responsibility Program - The "point system" and surcharges assessed against drivers.
Victim Services -
The Texas Department of Public Safety is dedicated to providing direct, personal service to victims and their families throughout Texas.
AMBER / SILVER / BLUE Alert Networks
New Texas Driving Laws- Proof of lawful status now required for Texas driver license or identification cards.
Texas' Ten Most Wanted Fugitives
Child Passenger Safety Information
ID Theft - What to do if you become a victim of Identity theft.
Metal Recycling Entities Registration

Recruit Video -Watch our new video showing the type of career opportunities available as a Texas State Trooper.
Driver Responsibility Surcharge
Driver Training Facility
Feasibility Study (PDF)
Division Of Emergency Management -The Governor's Division of Emergency Management hosts the State Emergency Operations Center.
Report Suspicious Activity -
Click here to submit information regarding suspicious individuals or incidents that may be related to terrorism, drugs, gangs, ID theft, or other criminal activity
Where the Money Goes

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