To report unethical behavior by a police officer in Texas, you can contact the following entities:
~Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * East Highway *, Suite *, Austin, TX *
Website: www.tcole.texas.gov
~Local District Attorney's Office
For specific contact information, please provide the city or county where the incident occurred.
Would you like contact details for the internal affairs division of the specific police department involved? If so, please provide the department's name.
If I was stopped without reasonable suspicion or probable cause can subsequent charges be dismissed
To determine if charges can be dismissed due to being stopped without reasonable suspicion or probable cause, the specifics of your situation and local laws are important.
Could you please provide the location where the stop occurred? This will help in providing more accurate legal information.
Alvin TX
Thank you for providing the location. In Alvin, TX, if you were stopped without reasonable suspicion or probable cause, you might have grounds to challenge any subsequent charges. Here are some steps to take:
- Consult with a local attorney who specializes in criminal defense.
- Gather all evidence related to the stop.
- File a motion to suppress evidence in court.
Would you like contact information for the nearest court or a local attorney?
What information is included in the discovery
Discovery is a pre-trial procedure where parties exchange information and evidence. In Texas, discovery may include:
- Police reports and arrest records.
- Witness statements.
- Surveillance footage.
- Officer's notes.
- Forensic evidence.
Would you like more details on any specific type of information included in discovery?
What would my options be if an officer lies about having probable cause for stopping me
If an officer lies about having probable cause for stopping you, here are your options:
- **File a Complaint:** Report the officer's conduct to the internal affairs division of the police department or to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
- **Motion to Suppress:** Request that the court exclude evidence obtained from the stop.
- **Consult an Attorney:** Seek legal advice from a criminal defense attorney to explore further legal actions.
Would you like contact details for a local attorney in Alvin, TX?
I have a public defender whom I've spoken to once and has put no effort into my case with my first court appearance in a couple days
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some steps you can take:
- **Contact the Public Defender's Office:** Express your concerns and request a meeting or more communication.
- **Request a New Public Defender:** If the issue persists, you can request a change through the court.
Would you like contact details for the Public Defender's Office in Alvin, TX?
Yes. Also who do I report unethical behavior by a police officer to? Is it possible to have an officers certification taken from them?
You can report unethical behavior by a police officer in Texas to several entities:
- The internal affairs division of the police department involved.
- The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
To have an officer's certification taken away, you can file a complaint with TCOLE.
Would you like specific contact details for any of these entities?
Yes
To report unethical behavior by a police officer and to potentially have their certification taken away in Texas, you can contact the following:
~Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * East Highway *, Suite *, Austin, TX *
Website: www.tcole.texas.gov
Would you like contact details for the internal affairs division of the specific police department involved?
Internal affairs refuses to take a report and said nothing would be done
I'm sorry to hear that Internal Affairs refused to take your report. Here are some steps you can take:
- **Contact TCOLE:** File a complaint with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
- **District Attorney:** Report the incident to the local district attorney’s office.
Would you like contact information for the district attorney's office in Alvin, TX?
Yes
To report the incident to the local district attorney’s office in Alvin, TX, you can contact:
~Brazoria County District Attorney's Office
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E. Locust St, Suite 408A, Angleton, TX *
Website: www.brazoriacountytx.gov
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