How do I contact
the Sheriff's Office?
When should I call 911?
Call 911 only for police, fire or medical emergencies. 911 should be
dialed when an ambulance, fire unit, sheriff or police officer is
needed at a particular location. When calling 911, stay on the line
and try to remain calm with your information ready. When the
operator answers tell them which emergency agency you need, describe
the emergency, and give the exact location where help is needed.
Who is the Sheriff of Williamson County?
James Wilson is the Williamson
County Sheriff.
Where is the Williamson
County Sheriff's Office?
The Sheriff's Office is located at 508 S. Rock St.,
Georgetown, TX 78626. Take exit 261 off I-35 turning east
onto Hwy 29. Turn left on Austin Ave. (third traffic light).
Go past the square and turn left on 6th Street. The
Sheriff's Office is one block ahead at the corner of 6th and
Rock streets.
How do I find out about employment or
volunteer opportunities with the Sheriff's Office?
Contact
Williamson County Human Resources for openings.
I received a jury summons from the
Sheriff's office. Do I contact the Sheriff's office about
jury duty?
No. The Sheriff's Office just mails the jury summons, but
otherwise has no information about jury duty. Please see
this on-line
information for jurors or contact the
District Clerk's office for questions.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Justices of the Peace preside over traffic court.
How do I drop charges?
Contact the
District Attorney or
County Attorney. However, the DA or the County Attorney
may not be required to drop the charge, even if the victim
wants to.
Does the Sheriff's Office handle
evictions, juvenile detention, or probation?
No. Evictions are handled by the
County Constables.
Juvenile Services handles detention and probation for
youths 10 to 16. Adult probation is handled by
Community Supervision and Corrections.
Is the Williamson County Sheriff's
Posse a part of the Sheriff's Office?
No, though on occasion this group is asked to help in search
and rescue work.
Where is the Williamson County Jail?
The county Jail is located at 306 W. 4th Street,
Georgetown, TX 78626 at the north end of the Sheriff’s
Office.
Who do I call to ask about someone
who's been arrested?
Call jail information at (512) 943-1365 for all information
about people in jail.
Where do I go to:
Go to the jail reception
entrance located at 306 W. 4th Street at the North end of the
Sheriff's Office.
How do I put money on an inmates trust
fund account?
Deposits for inmates are accepted via U.S. mail only
(money orders or cashiers checks only). Office hours are
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Closed Holidays.
Mailing Address:
Inmate Trust Fund
Name of Inmate and date of birth
P.O. Box 1939
Georgetown, TX 78627
All other mail should be mailed to P.O. Box 2119,
Georgetown, TX 78627. All mail received at the above address
other than money orders or cashiers checks will be returned
to sender.
For more info please call: (512) 943-1376
Has this person ever been in jail?
What information can you give me about this persons stay in
jail?
Anything on the booking card is considered public knowledge.
This includes when, why, and how long a person was in jail.
What should I do if I'm involved in an
accident?
If you're involved in a minor accident where there are no
visible signs of injury and the vehicles are drivable, then
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move the vehicles off of the roadway
to reduce traffic back-ups which can cause other
accidents
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Call the city police if you're in an
incorporated city or the county sheriff
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Exchange license and contact
information.
Who do I call to get a traffic
accident report?
Contact DPS for accident reports at (512) 930-3115. DPS is
located at the corner of 6th and Pine in Georgetown.
Can you tell me the name of the
officer who arrested someone?
Yes, as well as any investigator's name that has been
assigned to the case.
How do I get a copy of the arresting
officer's offense report?
If you are not a law enforcement official, you may have a
copy of the press release only unless you have a subpoena or
permission from the
District Attorney's Office.
How do I start a neighborhood watch?
Please see
this information, contact your neighborhood association
president, or call the Sheriff's Office at (512) 943-1353 or
(512) 943-1354.
Who do I call to pick up dead wild
animals?
On county roads, call the
Road Department at (512) 930-3330.
