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Liberty Hill ISD

Building Champions in Academics, Character, and Community

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Liberty Hill ISD Police Officers are licensed peace officers in the state of Texas. They are commissioned under Section 37.001 of the Texas Education Code, which grants them the same powers, responsibilities, and legal immunities as any other Texas peace officer.

  • The Texas Education Code, Section 37.001, gives the Liberty Hill ISD Board of Trustees the authority to employ security personnel and commission police officers. The Board is also responsible for determining the jurisdiction of the police officers within the district.

  • Yes. Liberty Hill ISD Police Officers have the authority to make arrests both on and off district campuses, in accordance with Texas law.

  • Yes. Liberty Hill ISD Police Officers are authorized to issue traffic citations. They monitor school zones and enforce traffic laws both on and off school property.

  • If you receive a ticket from a Liberty Hill ISD Police Officer, you will need to appear in the appropriate Justice of the Peace Court as indicated on the citation.

  • Failure to pay the fine or appear in court as directed could result in a warrant for your arrest issued by the court.

  • Liberty Hill ISD Police Officers are not responsible for school discipline. Their role is to investigate violations of law and support the district’s safety efforts. Any disciplinary actions related to student behavior fall under the responsibility of campus administrators.

  • To report an incident occurring on school property or involving students, please call 9-1-1. For non emergencies, please call (512) 260-5532. When reporting, especially during an emergency, be prepared to provide as much detail as possible:

    • What happened?
    • Where did it happen?
    • Were any injuries involved?
    • Were any weapons involved?
    • A description of the suspects.
    • A description of any vehicles involved.
    • Are the suspects still at the scene?
    • Which direction did the suspects flee?

    Stay on the line until the dispatcher ends the call. An officer will be dispatched immediately.

  • Yes, for non-emergency concerns, you can reach out to the Liberty Hill ISD Police Department during regular business hours. You can call our non-emergency number (512) 260-5532 or email our team at this link.

  • Parents can support school safety by encouraging their children to follow the district's safety rules and report any suspicious activity. Parents are also welcome to engage with school staff and district security personnel for any concerns.

  • Yes, Liberty Hill ISD employs School Resource Officers (SROs) who work closely with school staff to ensure a safe environment for all students. SROs are available to respond to emergencies, assist with student issues, and provide educational programming on safety and law enforcement topics.

  • If you notice anything suspicious near a campus or any potential safety concern, please report it immediately to the Liberty Hill ISD Police Department by calling (512) 260-5532. Your vigilance helps ensure the safety of everyone in the district.

  • In the event of an emergency, the Liberty Hill ISD Police Department works alongside campus staff and local law enforcement to manage the situation. We have comprehensive emergency response protocols in place to quickly and effectively respond to any threat or emergency on campus.