Are North East ISD Police officers licensed police?

Yes, all North East I.S.D. Police Officers are licensed "Peace Officer" by The State of Texas. They must obtain the same training and meet the same requirements as any peace officer in the state.

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) dictates the requirements for all peace officers in the State of Texas.

The North East I.S.D. Police Officers are Commissioned as "Peace Officers" by the North East I.S.D. Board of Trustees. The authority to commission police officers is designated by the Texas Education Code under section 37.081.

The North East I.S.D. Board of Trustees sets the jurisdiction and scope of duties for the North East I.S.D. Police.