Travis County Sheriff's Office

Travis County was created January 25, 1840, with Austin as the county seat. The first sheriff was elected on March 14, 1840, and won by six votes.  The sheriff was responsible for all law enforcement in the city until the city of Austin created its own police department in 1851. It is with pride that the Travis County Sheriff's Office is committed to professionalism, partnership and community. The agency reaches out to the entire community to become a part of preventing crime and keeping the community safe. TCSO works with the entire criminal justice community, as well as numerous non-profit agencies to collaborate and develop diverse responses to a number of different community challenges.  

Please take a moment to learn more about the agency and our commitment to the public.