Professional Standards

Compliments & Complaints – Teague Police Department

The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure requires law enforcement agencies to have a written complaint process and to educate the public about it. The Teague Police Department follows this law and maintains a comprehensive policy manual.

Compliments

If an employee provided excellent service, we’d love to hear about it. Compliments boost morale and encourage great service.

How to send a compliment:

  • Mail:
    Teague Police Department
    Attn: Chief of Police
    315 Main Street
    Teague, Texas 75860
  • Email: Chief of Police
  • Call or speak with a supervisor at 254-739-2553

Complaints

We take all complaints seriously. The public is entitled to fair, impartial, and professional law enforcement. Misconduct is thoroughly investigated and appropriately addressed. Employees are also protected from false allegations through a consistent, thorough process.

Important: Texas Government Code § 614.022 requires complaints against police officers to be in writing and signed by the person making the complaint.

How to file a complaint:

Complete the Teague Police Department Officer Complaint Form and do one of the following:

  • In person: Visit our office during normal business hours and submit a written complaint.
  • By mail:
    Teague Police Department
    Attn: Internal Affairs
    315 Main Street
    Teague, Texas 75860
  • By email: Scan your signed complaint and email the Chief of Police.
  • Need help? Call us at 254-739-2553 also see our Officer Complaint Brochure.

What to expect:

You will receive written notification of the investigation’s outcome.

Your complaint will be received courteously and investigated thoroughly.

Findings are reviewed through the chain of command and by the Chief of Police.

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