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What do the Texas Rangers do?
The Texas Rangers conduct major violent crime, public corruption, cold case and officer involved shooting investigations and oversee the department’s border security and tactical and crisis negotiation programs.
Do the Texas Rangers have jurisdiction outside of Texas?
The Texas Rangers (“One riot, one Ranger”) are also a statewide law enforcement and investigative agency without jurisdiction outside Texas.
While the Texas Rangers’ jurisdiction lies within the boundaries of the State of Texas, criminals often do not let state or national borders hinder their attempt to escape arrest. Today, Rangers stationed near the border work with the U. S. Border Patrol and U. S. Customs Service apprehending fugitives.
What does it take to become a Texas Ranger?
Be a U.S. citizen. Must have earned 60 college credit hours. Must currently hold a valid Texas Peace Officer license. Must pass the physical and mental examinations required by the position.
What makes Texas Rangers special?
The Texas Rangers are at the top of the law enforcement pyramid in Texas and have a rich history, holding the title of the oldest law enforcement group in the country. The original Texas Rangers wore gold or silver stars and worked to protect the state of Texas during turbulent times.
Do Texas Rangers have federal jurisdiction?
The Texas Ranger Division, commonly called the Texas Rangers and also known as “Los Diablos Tejanos”—”the Texan Devils”, is an investigative law enforcement agency with statewide jurisdiction in Texas, based in the capital city of Austin.
What vehicles do Texas Rangers drive?
Of the current total, about 2,800 to 2,900 vehicles serve the Highway Patrol — including Dodge Chargers, Ford Crown Victorias, and approximately 900 Chevrolet Tahoes. Texas Rangers use mostly pickup trucks, with the majority being Ford F-150s.
What is a Texas Ranger salary?
Law Enforcement Ranger Salary in Texas
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | |
|---|---|---|
| Top Earners | $82,845 | $6,903 |
| 75th Percentile | $55,377 | $4,614 |
| Average | $48,265 | $4,022 |
| 25th Percentile | $27,024 | $2,252 |
The duties of the Texas Ranger Division consist of conducting criminal and special investigations; apprehending wanted felons; suppressing major disturbances; the protection of life and property; and rendering assistance to local law enforcement in suppressing crime and violence.
Are there female Texas Rangers?
There are only four women within the Ranger ranks — Wakeman, Saenz and two others. Doug Swanson, author of the book “Cult of Glory: The Bold and Brutal History of the Texas Rangers”, told the Dallas Morning News that while this year’s promotions of women were a long time coming, they’re a welcome change.