Texas DPS

Name: Texas DPS
Rating: 3.92 (682 reviews)
Author: Texas Department Of Public Safety

By: Texas Department Of Public Safety

Explore the state’s Sex Offender Registry, Texas 10 Most Wanted lists, and more.

This app was removed from Google Play Store on 2025-11-11

Features & Capabilities

The Texas DPS Chrome extension offers an interactive platform to help users stay safe across Texas. It provides an easy-to-use map to search for registered sex offenders by location, name, or proximity, and displays detailed information on the state's 10 Most Wanted fugitives. Users can also receive alerts on recent human trafficking cases near them using GPS data and submit tips via iWatch Texas directly to law enforcement.

From the Panhandle to the Rio Grande, this extension empowers Texans with real-time safety information and direct communication tools with the Department of Public Safety (DPS). It integrates social media updates from Texas DPS and the Division of Emergency Management, ensuring users stay informed and connected wherever they go in Texas.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Texas Department Of Public Safety

Downloads:

155,794

Rating:

3.92

(682)

Version:

2.0.3 Last updated: 2024-11-11

Version code:

Creation date:

2014-08-23

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
com.microassist.texasdps.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

27.44MB

Email:

go*****@dps.texas.gov

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2025-11-11

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Developed by:

Texas Department Of Public Safety

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microassist.texasdps

Email:

go*****@dps.texas.gov

Website:

http://www.dps.texas.gov

User Reviews

Users commend the Texas DPS app for being a valuable resource for accessing public safety information and making informed decisions, especially concerning offender data and interacting with state services. However, multiple reviews report significant technical problems including app crashes, failure to load maps or search results, inaccurate location services, and outdated information. These issues have diminished the app's usability despite its prior effectiveness and importance to users.

Pros

The app is informative and helpful for citizens conducting background checks or verifying offender information.
It has been appreciated for assisting users in making informed decisions about neighborhoods, especially valuable for families with children.
Users find it useful for interacting with Texas state services such as voting and driver's licensing.
The app was previously reliable and worked well for many users.
It provides access to important data related to safety and law enforcement in Texas.

Cons

Currently, the app frequently crashes and closes unexpectedly before users can complete their searches.
The map feature fails to load correctly or shows blank maps without offender or risk level details.
Search functions often do not work, with results failing to load or update.
Location detection is inaccurate or defaults incorrectly (e.g., always showing Austin regardless of actual location).
The app data is outdated or not being updated, leading to incomplete or missing information.

Recent reviews

Actually this is really awesome. If I catch one of these guys will y'all make me an honorary deputy? Sounds badass to be a Texas Bounty Hunter. I'd feel like Chuck Norris.