FAQ

What can I do about my loud neighbors?

Because the making, creation, or maintenance of excessive, unnecessary, loud noises which are prolonged, unusual and unnatural in their time, place and use, affect and are detrimental to public health, comfort, convenience, safety, welfare, and prosperity of the residents of the city, the City Council has enacted an ordinance to address this problem. There is no designated time for this offense to occur. Events or actions may be prohibited if they cause a noise disturbance. These could include, but are not limited to, barking dogs, noisy construction equipment, horns or alarms, radios and TV sets, loudspeakers, motorcycles, automobiles, and musical equipment. Complete copies of the noise ordinance, and what it covers, are available from the City Secretary. If you suspect the city's noise ordinance is being violated, contact the Deer Park Police Department at 281-479-1511. Violation of the ordinance is a Class C misdemeanor and could result in a fine of up to $200.00.

Does it cost anything for me to get a copy of a Traffic Accident Report?

The driver of any vehicle in an accident occurring with the City of Deer Park that results in injury, death, damage exceeding $1,000.00, or damage to any vehicle that cannot be normally and safely driven, shall report such accident by the quickest means to the Police Department. Police officers called to the scene of such accidents may investigate the accident, file charges and submit accident reports to the Texas Department of Public Safety within ten (10) working days of the accident. Copies of the accident reports may be obtained from the Deer Park Police Department's Records Unit during the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The request can also be made in writing. The fee is $0.10 per page.

I am going on vacation and am worried about leaving my house unattended. What should I do?

The Deer Park Police Department offers the residents of Deer Park a Vacation House Watch program. This program is available to residents who plan to be away from home for 72 hours or more. Residents may contact the Police Department at any time, 24 hours a day, to have their residence checked daily by the Police Department while away. For more information, please call 281-479-1511 or stop by the Police Department.

What is the law in Deer Park about curfews?

City ordinance states that it is unlawful for any minor, under the age of 17 years, to remain, walk, run, stand, drive, or ride about, in or upon any public place in the City during the hours as follows: From 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. From 12:00 Midnight to 6:00 a.m. on the following days: Friday and Saturday. It is also unlawful for any minor under the age of 16 years to remain, walk, run, stand, drive, or ride about, in, or upon any public place in the city on school days, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Furthermore, it is unlawful for a parent or guardian having legal custody of a minor, or a responsible adult selected by the parent or legal guardian, to supervise the minor, allow or permit the minor to be in violation of the curfew imposed.