Jail Information
Find someone in jail, and learn about the agency’s rehabilitation programs, re-entry services, and jail population.
Report a Crime
The online report system allows you to submit a report immediately.
Patrol Districts
Find your nearest substation, and contact your patrol district.
Join The Team
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Sheriff Ed Gonzalez
The mission of the Harris County Sheriff's Office is "To enhance the safety and protect the trust of the citizens of Harris County by enforcing the law with integrity and professionalism."
Ed Gonzalez was elected the 30th Sheriff of Harris County in November 2016. He is serving his third term after being re-elected to office by Harris County voters in November 2024.
Meet the Sheriff and read his weekly message to the community.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office Crime Victim Assistance Unit assists victims/survivors and families by providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and access to resources that reduce the impact of trauma on individuals and their families.
After you submit your case status inquiry – contact update, it will be sent to the Victim Assistance Unit for addressing. A Victim Advocate will contact you by your preferred method within three business days to address your concerns or updates.
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Submit media inquiries and records requests.
HCSO Policy
Founded in 1837, the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) is the largest Sheriff's office in Texas and the third largest in the nation.
Please click
Harris County Sheriff's Office Policy
to read the Harris County Sheriff's Office Policy. Our new HCSO policy website counts with new and more features.
A quick overview of the new features:
- Accessibility: https://hcsopolicy.com.
- Search through every policy, form, and SOP.
- View PDFs in the web browser, and share or download them.
- It has an improved user experience and search system.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office Community Engagement Division enhances community safety by establishing direct connections and providing residents with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent crime and address challenges. We empower our community through proactive crime prevention strategies and education on avoiding victimization, which helps to build a more resilient and secure community.
Our dedicated Community Engagement team is committed to partnering with residents to reduce crime. A well-informed and prepared community is essential for achieving our shared goal of safety.
For more information, please contact the HCSO Community Engagement Office at 346-286-3125 or communityengagementdiv@sheriff.hctx.net.
Garden of Hope
