Which organization oversees the TCIC?

The Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) is overseen by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). This agency is responsible for managing and maintaining the TCIC database, which includes essential criminal justice information and related data. The DPS works closely with law enforcement agencies across Texas, ensuring that accurate and timely information is accessible to support crime prevention and investigation efforts.

The FBI primarily oversees national crime databases and initiatives, but it is not responsible for the operation or oversight of the TCIC specifically. Similarly, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice is focused on corrections and prison management, and the Department of Homeland Security concentrates on national security affairs rather than state-level crime information systems. Therefore, the oversight role of the TCIC is uniquely held by the Texas Department of Public Safety.