The Public Information Office is managed by the Public Information Officer (PIO), whose primary function is to disseminate information and act as the liaison between TCSO and the public to include media and other agencies. The PIO is on call 24/7 and manages personnel who are presenting information on behalf of the agency to ensure that the message is clear and consistent with policy guidelines. TCSO’s social media pages are maintained by this office and the PIO also works with a team of paralegals who handle the many open records requests made by the public.
Kristen Dark, Senior Public Information Officer
Travis County Sheriff's Office (map)
5555 Airport Blvd.
Austin, TX 78751
Frequently Asked Questions
How to obtain a booking photo
- For members of the media, if TCSO is the arresting agency, please send your booking photo request and a copy of the affidavit/warrant to
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . If TCSO is not the arresting agency, that agency must provide authorization for the image’s release. - If you are not a member of the media, booking photos must be obtained via an Open Records Request.
How to obtain a probable cause affidavit
- Affidavits can most quickly be obtained from the District Clerk’s Office. Affidavits may also be requested from TCSO via an Open Records Request.
How to determine if a person is in TCSO custody
- Inmates currently in TCSO custody are searchable via our website.
- You may also contact TCSO’s Public Information Office at
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How to request an interview with TCSO
- Interviews with Sheriff Hernandez or other TCSO staff may be requested directly by contacting
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - TCSO does not facilitate interviews with inmates. Media has the same rights as the public to contact inmates on their own accord via TCSO’s visitation system.