Police Department

The Texarkana, Texas Police Department presently employs 91 officers. The department has been accredited by the Texas Police Chiefs Association since 2008, which distinguishes us as an agency that delivers efficient and effective services to the citizens we serve.

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  2. 2023-2024 Salary and Incentives

Department Divisions

The department consists of:

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Officers

Our officers are provided with well equipped patrol units including mobile data computers, digital video recording units, modern weapons, and state-of-the-art radios. We have numerous specialized units within the department, including:

  • Narcotics
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Crime Prevention
  • Crime Scene
  • Field Training
  • K-9
  • Problem Oriented Policing Team
  • Regulatory Affairs
  • S.W.A.T.
  • Traffic Enforcement
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