Records

To obtain a copy of a police report, fill out the request from, and email pd_records@liveoaktx.net or pick up in person at the Live Oak Justice Center.

Public Info Request Form

You must call (210) 945-1720 to make an appointment with Evidence Technician Joe Ortega to pick up property that is being stored at the Live Oak Police Department.

If you are picking up property for someone else you must fill out the authorization to release property form (insert link for fillable form) this form must be signed by the property owner prior to picking up the property from the Live Oak Justice Center 8022 Shin Oak, Live Oak, TX 78233.

Live Oak Police Department submits all vehicle accident information to the Texas Department of Transportation. Most accident reports are available online:

Accident Reports

Residents of the City of Live Oak can request an out-of-town watch provided by the Live Oak Police Department. The out-of-town watch program is designed to provide the patrol division with vital information pertaining to the citizens who will be leaving their residence for vacation. Patrol officers will coordinate additional patrols of residences while the homeowners are away for a short or extended vacation. The out-of-town watch program will enable the police officers to observe and detect any suspicious activity which would warrant further investigation involving a specific residence on the program. Form can be filled out and emailed to pd_communications@liveoaktx.net.

Out of Town Request

All activated fire or burglar alarms located in the City of Live Oak are required to have a permit (residential and commercial addresses). City Ordinance Chapter 19, Article IV adopted 10 January 2012 set the fees as follows:

Residential $10 per year; Commercial/Financial Institution $50 per year.

Violations: In addition to false alarm fees, violation of Chapter 19 of the City Code is subject to criminal prosecution as a Class C Misdemeanor.

False Alarm Fee/Penalties for false alarms: An alarm user shall be subject to fines for the signaling of a false alarm by a burglar alarm system during a twelve (12) month period as follows:

One hundred dollars ($100) after the third false alarm and for each subsequent false alarm for a private residence.

Two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for false alarms received for the 4th, 5th, or 6th false alarm for commercial establishments and financial institutions.

Three hundred fifty dollars ($350) for false alarms received for the 7, 8th, or 9th false alarm for commercial establishments and financial institutions. A permit or decal will be issued and must be displayed on the main entry door or on the window of the front of the building and must not be visibly restricted. An alarm permit will be provided to the applicant after payment is processed and applicant information is verified.

LOPD-23 Alarm Permit Application

A background check must be completed on each person applying for a permit. Before making an application, please schedule your criminal history record check by making an appointment to be fingerprinted - Fingerprint Applicant Services of Texas (FAST) online at identogo.com or by calling 1-888-467-2080. Once you have received your criminal history record, you may complete the solicitor permit application ($10 fee) at the Live Oak Justice Center, 8022 Shin Oak, Live Oak.

Solicitor's Permit Application

There will be one fee for the permit depending on the type of permit you are applying for and the length of time you choose. We will then make a badge that everyone must always wear while soliciting. This badge will have a color photo and the beginning and end date of permit. Approved hours for soliciting are 8 a.m. to sunset. All permits involving food must go through the Fire Department before being eligible for the application with the Police Department. Please contact (210) 653-1829 for permits related to food sales. (link for fillable solicitor application) may be filled and emailed to pd_records@liveoaktx.net or brought in person to Live Oak Justice Center.