Snook Police Department

05/30/2026

Congratulations to all our Burleson County students, teachers, and families! As this week marks the official start of summer break — a time for fun, relaxation, and making great memories.

As your Sheriff’s Office, we want every kid to have a safe and enjoyable summer. Here are some important tips for parents and students:

For Kids & Teens:
• Swim only in supervised areas and never swim alone. Wear life jackets when on boats or in open water.
• Always wear a helmet when biking, skating, or riding scooters.
• Never talk to strangers or get into a vehicle with someone you don’t know.
• Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and take breaks in the shade during hot Texas days.
• If you see something unsafe or need help — call 911 immediately.

For Parents & Guardians:
• Know where your children are and who they’re with at all times.
• Set clear rules for screen time and online safety — monitor apps and social media.
• Talk to your kids about summer safety and have emergency contact numbers handy.
• Watch for signs of heat exhaustion and never leave children or pets in vehicles.
• Secure all fi****ms and medications out of reach.

We hope this summer is filled with joy, adventure, and zero emergencies!

Stay safe, Burleson County! If you need us, we’re here 24/7.



Burleson County Sheriff’s Office
(979) 567-4343 | Non-Emergency Line

05/29/2026

Tip of the week: if someone is driving anywhere through Snook 70mph+, they’re probably going to get to meet me. 😏

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

PSA: I got flagged down for a drone flying over other people’s homes in the Heritage Acres subdivision in Snook. I consulted my personal attorney, SuperGrok, about drone laws in Texas, here is what my personal attorney advised me:

SuperGrok, can someone legally fly a Drone in Texas over someone else’s house?

Yes, someone can generally fly a drone over someone else’s house in Texas, but with important legal restrictions and caveats.35
Federal Rules (FAA)
The FAA regulates U.S. airspace, including over private property. Flying a drone over someone’s house is allowed if the operator follows these rules:
• Stays below 400 feet above ground level.
• Maintains visual line of sight with the drone.
• Avoids flying over people, moving vehicles, or in restricted airspace (e.g., near airports).
• Registers the drone if it weighs more than 0.55 lbs.
• Follows recreational (TRUST test) or commercial (Part 107) requirements.36
The FAA does not prohibit flying over private property itself — the airspace is considered navigable public airspace.

39 Texas State Laws
Texas has strong privacy protections under the Texas Privacy Act (Government Code Chapter 423):
• It is illegal to use a drone to capture an image (photo, video, etc.) of an individual or privately owned real property with the intent to conduct surveillance.
• This is a Class C misdemeanor, and there can be civil penalties (lawsuits for damages, attorney’s fees).
• Exceptions exist for law enforcement, consent of the owner/occupant, certain security/border uses, etc.15
Simply flying over without recording may be legal under FAA rules, but recording or surveillance crosses into illegal territory in most cases.32

Drones can also potentially violate general trespass or nuisance laws if they interfere with the owner’s use and enjoyment of the property (e.g., hovering low and harassing people/animals).11
Practical Advice
• For the drone operator: Get permission from the property owner when possible, especially in residential areas. Avoid hovering low or pointing cameras at people/windows. Check local city/county ordinances (some have extra rules in parks or urban zones).
• For the homeowner: If a drone is bothering you, document it (time, video of the drone, behavior). Contact local law enforcement if you suspect illegal surveillance. You cannot legally shoot down or interfere with a drone — that can lead to serious charges.35
Laws can have nuances depending on the exact situation (e.g., intent, altitude, what’s being recorded), so for specific disputes, consult a local attorney or law enforcement. Drone laws evolve, but as of 2026, this is the general framework in Texas.

So please be cautious when flying your drone over other people’s houses.

Thank you.

05/23/2026

PSA: In Grand Lake, got a call for a slick road on Misty Trail. Looks like a construction crew drug (drag?)(dragged?) some mud onto the road from a nearby job site with a skid steer.

I drove the roadway several times without a problem in the 2-WD police Tahoe. Please drive SLOWLY down that street until the rain washes the mud away, or avoiding Misty Trail altogether is better. Fyi: If you speed down Misty Trail you might end up in the ditch.

05/15/2026

https://www.odmp.org/officer/21893-police-officer-robert-carey-deckard-jr

05/10/2026

PSA: HEB is selling Wiggins watermelons.
I know this isn’t law-enforcement related, but I’ll allow it.