Texas Department of Public Safety

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a state agency responsible for ensuring public safety and security in Texas. Its functions include issuing driver's licenses, vehicle registration, law enforcement, highway patrol, criminal investigations, managing emergency response efforts, and maintaining criminal history records. DPS collaborates with other agencies to prevent crime, enforce laws, and promote safety across Texas. It also provides various public safety services, such as disaster response and identity verification, ensuring the effective operation of the state's security infrastructure.