Hallsville, TX · Harrison County

No notary required

HPD Personal History Application

This personal history application is for people seeking peace officer or civilian employment with the Hallsville Police Department.

What this form is

The personal history statement supports a background investigation for applicants seeking employment with the agency. Applicants are instructed to complete it accurately and submit all requested documents; incomplete applications will not be considered. It asks for identification, family and residence history, references, traffic information, and other background details.

Who needs it

People applying for peace officer or civilian employment with the agency should complete this personal history statement and provide the requested documents.

How to submit it

Place the completed application and requested documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” for your assigned background investigator. Contact the investigator with questions.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; it does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the HPD Personal History Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Answer all questions truthfully and accurately; enter N/A when a question does not apply.

  3. 3

    Gather Requested Documents

    Include all documents requested in the instructions; photocopies are acceptable in most cases, with specified exceptions.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Investigator

    Place the completed documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” to your assigned background investigator.

Frequently asked questions

Who should complete the HPD Personal History Application?
Applicants for peace officer or civilian employment with the agency should complete the personal history statement and submit the requested documents.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for identification, family and residence history, personal references, traffic information, and other background details.
Do I need a notary for the HPD Personal History Application?
No. This document is signed without a notary and does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the HPD Personal History Application?
Place the completed application and requested documents in a sealed envelope marked “Personal and Confidential” for your assigned background investigator. Contact the investigator with questions.

Need something notarized?

This HPD Personal History Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.