Department Information

Authority & Role of Edinburg CISD Police Officers

Edinburg CISD Police Officers are fully commissioned Texas Peace Officers, authorized under Texas Education Code Section 37.081. They are empowered by the ECISD Board of Trustees to enforce state laws, county and municipal ordinances, and may issue citations for offenses, including those under the Education and Traffic Codes.

These officers are employees of Edinburg CISD, supervised by the Chief of Police, who reports directly to the District Superintendent or their designee.

Their duties include:

• Ensuring safety and security across all ECISD campuses

• Responding to calls for service

• Patrolling district facilities

• Engaging in prevention, education, and student support initiatives

Need to file a police report?
📍 You can file a report directly with the Police Officer assigned to your campus,
or
📞 Call the ECISD Police Department 24/7 at (956) 289-2572

Emergency?
📞 Dial 911