Property & Evidence Room

Preserving Integrity. Protecting Justice.

The Property and Evidence Division plays a critical role in supporting the Dallas ISD Police Department by ensuring the proper collection, documentation, storage, security, and disposition of property and evidence associated with police investigations and daily operations.

Through strict accountability measures and established evidence management procedures, the division helps maintain the integrity of investigative materials while supporting officers, detectives, prosecutors, and the judicial process.

What We Do

The Property and Evidence Division is responsible for:

• Receiving, documenting, and securing property and evidence collected by department personnel.
• Maintaining accurate records for all items submitted into department custody.
• Preserving evidence integrity through proper storage, handling, and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Safeguarding items associated with criminal investigations and administrative cases.
• Coordinating the release of property to authorized individuals in accordance with applicable laws and department policies.
• Managing the retention and disposition of evidence according to legal requirements and established procedures.
• Supporting investigators and officers by ensuring timely access to properly maintained evidence.
• Assisting with audits, inspections, and accountability processes to ensure compliance with departmental standards.

Maintaining the Chain of Custody

The preservation of evidence is essential to successful investigations and fair outcomes. Property and Evidence personnel maintain detailed documentation throughout the entire evidence lifecycle, ensuring every item is properly accounted for from initial submission through final disposition.

By following strict procedures and maintaining accurate records, the division supports the reliability of investigations and helps protect the rights of all individuals involved in the criminal justice process.

Supporting Department Operations

The Property and Evidence Division provides essential support to every operational area of the Dallas ISD Police Department. Whether assisting Patrol officers responding to incidents, Criminal Investigations detectives managing cases, or specialized units conducting enforcement operations, the division ensures evidence and property are handled with professionalism and care.

Through collaboration with department personnel, prosecutors, and authorized agencies, the division helps maintain efficient and effective law enforcement operations throughout the district.

Accountability Through Excellence

Effective evidence management requires attention to detail, organization, and a commitment to ethical standards. Property and Evidence personnel uphold the highest levels of professionalism while protecting the integrity of materials entrusted to the department.

Our Commitment

The Property and Evidence Division is committed to providing reliable, accountable, and professional evidence management services that support the Dallas ISD Police Department's mission of maintaining safe and secure learning environments. Through careful stewardship, transparency, and dedication to excellence, the division helps ensure every investigation is supported by accurate and properly preserved evidence.

Property & Evidence Coordinator
Melanie White
(972) 749-2493