Welcome to TCPASince 1975, the Texas Crime Prevention Association (TCPA) has brought together law enforcement, security professionals, and engaged citizens who share a commitment to crime prevention, community safety, and public engagement. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, TCPA provides high-quality training, professional development, and statewide collaboration while supporting programs such as Neighborhood Watch, Loss Prevention, Citizens Police Academies, and other community-based crime prevention initiatives. Membership connects you with a statewide network of professionals and provides discounted TCPA training, significant savings on our signature three-course crime prevention program, opportunities to share best practices, and resources to support professional and leadership development. Prevention. Partnership. Community.For more than five decades, TCPA has united people, ideas, and resources with one shared purpose—building safer communities throughout Texas. Join us in our mission to make Texas communities safer, one initiative at a time. Together, we are stronger in the fight against crime.
Our Mission
To encourage the prevention of crime through coordinated and concentrated efforts, and through programs and functions that encourage citizen involvement and participation, to preserve safe environments and communities for the citizens of Texas. |
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52nd Annual Conference Presenter Application
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Upcoming events
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Mon, November 02, 2026 8:00 AM • Roman Forest Police Department | 2430 Roman Forest Blvd Roman Forest, TX 77357
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Mon, November 16, 2026 8:00 AM • Schertz Police Department | 1400 Schertz Parkway Schertz, TX 78132
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Wed, November 18, 2026 8:00 AM • Roman Forest Police Department | 2430 Roman Forest Blvd Roman Forest, TX 77357
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Sat, November 21, 2026 10:00 AM • Roman Forest PD | 2430 Roman Forest Blvd Roman Forest, TX 77357
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Mon, January 11, 2027 8:00 AM • Fletcher Warren Civic Center | 5501 Business Hwy 69 South, Greenville, TX
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Mon, January 25, 2027 8:00 AM • Schertz Police Department | 1400 Schertz Parkway Schertz, TX 78154
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Tue, February 23, 2027 8:00 AM • Schertz Police Department | 1400 Schertz Parkway Schertz, TX 78154
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Mon, March 08, 2027 8:00 AM • Fletcher Warren Civic Center | 5501 Business Hwy 69 South, Greenville, TX
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Mon, May 03, 2027 8:00 AM • Fletcher Warren Civic Center | 5501 Business Hwy 69 South, Greenville, TX
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Thu, May 06, 2027 10:00 AM • Fletcher Warren Civic Center | 5501 Business Hwy 69 South, Greenville, TX
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Mon, July 19, 2027 8:00 AM • Westin 9821 Colonnade Blvd San Antonio, Texas 78230
ALERRT Training
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2026 National Night Out Press Conference
The Cedar Hill Police Department will host the 2026 National Night Out Press Conference on September 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Traphene Hickman Library in Cedar Hill, Texas. A meet-and-greet will begin at 9:30 a.m.
The event will officially help kick off Texas’ National Night Out campaign, bringing together law enforcement, community leaders, and crime prevention professionals in support of the partnerships that make National Night Out successful across the state.
Participation will also support Texas National Night Out Coordinator Kristi Hosea in documenting and highlighting the accomplishments of communities throughout Texas as the state continues its tradition of excellence in National Night Out participation.
Connect. Celebrate. Lead.
Join us as we kick off National Night Out 2026 and celebrate the communities, partnerships, and people helping make Texas safer.
Traphene Hickman Library
450 Pioneer Trail | Cedar Hill, Texas 75104
Meet & Greet: 9:30 a.m. | Press Conference: 10:00 a.m.
To register for this event, please click here