Constable Precinct 3

The Importance of your Complaint

The Precinct Three Constable’s Office recognizes that its employees are responsible for their conduct where the public is concerned. The department also acknowledges that, at certain times, conflicts between citizens and agency employees can arise. It is essential to the safety of our community that the relationship between police and citizens be built on confidence and trust. Law enforcement can not be effective without this vital conviction by both entities.

Deputies must be free to exercise their best judgement and initiate proper action in a reasonable, lawful, impartial manner, without fear of reprisal. At the same time, they must observe the rights of all people. The complaint process and appropriate disciplinary procedures not only subject agency members to corrective action when they conduct themselves improperly, the guidelines also protect them from unwarranted criticism when they discharge their duties properly.

A disagreement over the validity of a traffic citation is not a complaint. Such disagreements should be directed to the court that has jurisdiction in the matter.

The Precinct Three Constable’s Office realizes that confusion, different perceptions, or the timeliness of information sometimes will result in descriptions that produce different versions of the same incident. Beyond legitimate error, however, the deliberate making of a report that the complainant knows to be false or misleading could constitute a violation of State Law.
 

Complaint Procedures

The complaint process is designed to deal with each case factually and fairly. Citizens who file complaints are treated respectfully, and their accusations are taken seriously. All complaints are investigated thoroughly, and all findings are based on impartial evidence gained during the investigation.

However, many complaints can be explained satisfactorily by a visit or telephone call to the employee's supervisor. In most cases this will be the Operations Sergeant. The supervisor will talk with you about your complaint and try to resolve it.

The Constable is usually available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. to discuss your complaint about any member of the department.

There are two classes of complaints.

A Class I complaint, is the most serious. Class I complaints allege a violation of law or such other serious allegations as excessive force (being hit, slapped, kicked or struck by any object) causing pain or visible signs of bodily injury. The second, a Class II complaint, includes allegations of a less serious nature and may concern violations of department policy.

Class I and Class II complaints are considered formal complaints. Complaints are handled with very strict regard to protecting the integrity of the information and parties involved. We require all complaints to be in writing, signed by the complainant and be notarized.

All complaints will be dealt with in the same manner, and will be responded to in writing once the investigation is completed.
 

Dispositions

Any complaint can be made anonymously without giving your name. However, a complaint cannot be considered formal without the information required to notify the complainant of the findings, or actions taken. You cannot be informed of the internal review's results if you choose to remain anonymous. After a formal complaint has been thoroughly investigated, the complaint will be classified into one of the following dispositions:

• Unfounded: Incident did not occur, or affected employee was not involved.
• Exonerated: Incident occurred, but actions taken were lawful and proper.
• Not Sustained: Insufficient evidence exists to prove the allegation.
• Sustained: Evidence is sufficient to prove the allegation.

Sustained allegations could result in additional training, counseling, written reprimand, suspension or termination.

Although employees named in a complaint will at some point be required to respond to the specific allegation, they are not permitted access to cases under investigation. Complainants need not be concerned that they will be subject to retaliation for legitimately stating a complaint because State law prevents this.

Complainants who have current criminal or traffic charges pending should be aware that the internal review process deals solely with department police matters and the conduct of agency employees. Regardless of the outcome of an internal investigation, existing criminal or traffic charges must be dealt with through the proper courts.

Final Determination about the disposition of any complaint will be made by the constable.

Contact Lieutenant Veronica Martin at Constable Precinct 3 for further information.

Contact Information
Phone	281-242-4014
Email	Veronica.Martin@fbctx.gov

The Texas Constable was established in 1823 under the leadership of Stephen F. Austin. The Constable and Sheriff were the primary law enforcement until 1828 when municipalities were established.

The many facets of civil process are the statutory responsibility of Texas constables. The largest volume of civil process involves serving notice to defendants of pending lawsuits, seizure of persons and property in dispute, and enforcement of judgments rendered by Texas courts.

Writ deputies receive special training in enforcement and collection of judgments. These individuals are the "enforcement arm of the judicial system". A Writ of Execution is issued by a court after a final judgment has been awarded. Executions require the officer to make demand on the judgment debtor and collect the entire judgment owed, or seize non-exempt property to satisfy the judgment amount. Refer to the property sales link on the left for a list of upcoming property to be auctioned.

Please contact Sergeant Stacy Schuelke or Deputy Rachel Patterson  for any questions about Writs and Constable Sales at 281-242-4014 or by email at Stacy.Schuelke@fortbendcountytx.gov or Rachel.Patterson2@fortbendcountytx.gov  

 

Complimenting an Employee

As we recognize that conflicts between citizens and agency employees can arise, we also realize that there are times when employees go above and beyond their call for duty. Law Enforcement employees, like everyone else, appreciate it when their good deeds are noticed. Too often they are remembered for the traffic tickets they issue or the arrests they have to make, and not for the thousands of helping hands they extend.

If an Officer or Employee of the Precinct Three Constable’s Office provides a service that you feel they should be commended for, please write the Constable a letter or note to that effect, and share your feelings on what the Officer or Employee has done that deserves commendation. The Constable will see that it gets to the employee and that a copy is placed in the employee's personnel file. This boosts their morale and encourages them and all other Officers and Employees of the Department to be more positive about themselves and the service they provide. We are proud of the good relationship we share with the community in our Mission Statement.
 

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Fort Bend County Constables also serve as the primary enforcement authority of each respective Justice Court. The duties include court bailiff and serving all misdemeanor traffic and hot check warrants initiated in the Justice Court.

The court will generally work out payment arrangements on warrants, but still requires the defendant to "see the judge."

• Justice of Peace, Precinct 3 

Precinct 3 Constable Property Sales are held the first Tuesday of each month and will be advertised below for your convenience. The terms of these sales are cash at the time the property is struck off to the highest bidder. A deed will then be prepared for filing with the County Clerks office. Sales will generally commence at 10:00 AM.

Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Constable Sale Guidelines 

1. All Sales are FINAL

2. Cash, cashier's checks, or money orders must be made out to Constable Ali Sheikhani or the Fort Bend County Precinct 3 Constable's Office.

3. Highest bidders must pay the exact amount. We will not make change or accept any more than the final bid amount.

4. Highest bidders must pay with a separate money order / cashier's check for each property purchased.

5. Money is due in our office by 2PM. Our office is located at: 151 Stadium Dr. #139 Sugar Land, Tx 77498.

6. If you do not know what the property is do NOT bid on it!

7. If you win a bid and do not pay, you may be prosecuted.

8. Do not bid an amount unless you have the money to pay for it.

9. We must have a valid Tax Certificate in our office before you will receive your Deed. We do not need it before you pay or bid.

10. An individual may not bid on or purchase property in the name of any other individual. (Tax Code Chapter 34 Sub-chapter A Section 34.0445(b) 

Property Sale Notices

The following list contains the posted properties that will be auctioned.
** SALES ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELATION WITHOUT NOTICE **

The Precinct Three Constable’s Office proudly benefits from the dedicated assistance offered by our Reserve Deputies. These Deputies are trained to the same standards as full time deputies and are often former full-time law enforcement officers. Typically each Reserve Deputy serves at least 16 hours per month. As fully certified peace officers in the State of Texas, Reserve Deputies have the same authority and responsibility as full time law enforcement officers in the State. While these Deputies regularly volunteer their time at area events, they are prohibited by State law from working extra jobs as a peace officer for compensation.

A typical Reserve Deputy has a strong desire to be actively involved in his or her community and to be a part of the law enforcement profession. The men and women of the Reserve Division are indeed a select group of outstanding citizens. Our Reserve Deputies include attorneys, firemen, former Chiefs of Police, and other prestigious members of our community.

Generally, we require Reserve Deputy Applicants to have previous full-time patrol experience. If you are interested in applying to become a Reserve Deputy, please contact Lieutenant Veronica Martin at 281-242-4014 or Veronica.Martin@fbctx.gov.

Click Here to apply for a Reserve Deputy position