DPS is a state police agency.
The Highway Patrol Division Troopers enforce traffic laws and assist during emergencies
Highway Patrol Division Troopers enforce traffic laws on rural Texas highways and perform a variety of other duties:
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Apprehend traffic law violators, investigate most rural traffic accidents, recover stolen vehicles and stolen property, apprehend wanted persons, and assist other officers during emergencies.
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Provide education and information programs on traffic safety and crime prevention and control.
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Responsible for security at the State Capitol Complex in Austin.
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Enforce laws regulating weight, registration and other regulations governing commercial carriers.
