How do I pay my traffic citation?
You will need to contact the Precinct office in the area you received your citation. The Pct area and corresponding phone number should be at the bottom of the citation next to the date and time you must contact the court.
What should I do if I locate a livestock animal on my property?
The Texas Agriculture Code requires a person who has located a livestock animal, contact the Sheriff’s Office and report it. The Sheriff’s Office will attempt to locate or contact the owner. If the owner cannot be located the animal will be impounded.
What happens to impounded livestock?
A public notice is made in the local newspaper of any livestock animal that is impounded by the Sheriff’s Office. The owner may come to claim their animal after the impoundment fees are paid and the paperwork is completed. If an animal is not claimed they are held for a minimum of 18 days. After the 18th day the animal is subject to being auctioned in most cases.
Do I have to report animal bites?
Rules established by the State of Texas require animal bites to be reported to the Local Rabies Control Authority. Follow-up investigations are conducted throughout the isolation (livestock), quarantine (dogs and cats), or alternative testing (stray or wild animals) process.
What do I do if I have a livestock animal missing?
If there is reason to believe the animal has been stolen, a report should be made as soon as possible. If the animal just escaped an enclosure the animal can be reported to the Sheriff’s Office. A detailed description will be required. Our staff will check any impounded livestock reports and notify the deputies of the missing animal and the area.
Is Johnson County open range for livestock animals?
Johnson County, county wide, has been closed range for certain livestock animals since June of 1908. These animals are required by the Texas Agriculture Code to be fenced onto the owners property at all times.
Since Johnson County is closed range are there regulations on my fencing?
Yes, fencing requirements were established when the Closed Range law was enacted. The styles of fencing are set by the Texas Agriculture Code Chapter 143.
Is there a Burn Ban right now?
To find information on current burn Bans visit http://johnsoncountyfire.org/
What are the Burning Laws in Johnson County
To find information onBurning in Johnson County please visit our resources page /burn Laws
Can I shoot fireworks off in the county?
Yes. Fireworks are lawful to set off in the unincorporated areas of Johnson County. Please read the following to make sure you are within the law while using fireworks. https://jocotxsheriff.com/fireworks-safety-tips/
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