Constable
Xavier Perez
Shackelford County Constable
225 S. Main 3rd Floor
P.O. Box 2620
Albany, TX 76430
Description of Office: Constable
~ From Texas Association of Counties ~
These peace officers are the first link in the county’s chain of law enforcement.
Along with their deputies, constables have all the enforcement powers
of Texas peace officers. They are sometimes referred to as the
executive officer of the justice of the peace courts. Their duties are
to:
- Subpoena witnesses;
- Act as bailiff;
- Execute judgments; and
- Service of process.
In large metropolitan counties the constable may also assist the
county and district courts. In addition, they may perform patrol
functions and make criminal investigations. They are involved in the
overall effort to reduce the effects of crime in their communities,
including in some cases the operation of truancy programs.