The Truth Behind Jimmy Fullen

Charged with Assault and Criminal Mischief

Charged with assault causing bodily injury using a baseball bat. 2 counts of Assault causing bodily injury, plus 1 count of Criminal Mischief

Charged with Assault

Hit a Manager with his fist while working at Kroger. This was while he was on bond for the 1982 ACBI.

Convicted and placed on Probation

Convicted and placed on probation deferred adjudication

Violated Probation

Failure to Complete Investigation

Electra Police Chief Scott Burton noted. Dr Owen of Electra Memorial Hospital was hit by a small pickup, an then the pickup left the scene. Capt Fullen was the reporting officer. Capt Fullen also was given the tag # of the suspected vehicle. Capt J Fullen then failed to complete the Investigation and no Arrest or Citations were obtained, Knowing the possible I.D. of suspect.

Fullen found asleep on the job.

Electra Police Chief Scott Burton noted. Late morning of July 9, 1989, Commissioner Jim Bentley came into the PD and found Capt. Fullen asleep in the C.I.D office.

Complaints from Citizens about Fullen not on Patrol

Electra Police Chief Scott Burton received complaints from concerned citizens that Capt Fullen was staying at Herbies Texaco during his Tour of Duty almost every day, when he was supposed to be on patrol.

Terminated By Electra PD for Insubordination

Terminated from Electra PD for Insubordination

Accused of Assault

Accused of assault causing bodily injury at Harbor West Disco club in Galveston

Charged for Assault

Charged for the assault causing bodily injury documented on county records.

Texas Peace Officer Decertified

Texas Peace Officer decertified and placed on a watchdog group list for violations found under the Brady Act (Brady list) ( USA Today article)

Federal Tax Lien

Federal Tax lien filed on Fullen in the amount of $2493.01, for 1988 Tax Year

Left Galveston ISD

Left Galveston ISD Police due to failure to obtain required education mandated by Texas Commission in Law Enforcement to be a Chief. During his time he had complaints filed by officers for racial discrimination, retaliating against one of the employees and showing favoritism towards a family member. All counts were founded to be true with the exception of racial discrimination.

Lied on Application to Texas City PD

Omitted job history at Electra PD from 1987-1988, and Crystal Beach from 1988-1989, Lied about reason for leaving Electra PD in 1989, said "moved to Galveston", He was Terminated. Lied about age on application. On March 3, 2005 (the date he submitted his application) Fullen would have been 41 years old. He wrote "Yes" to "Will you be at least 21 and not over 36 years of age on the date of application?" Also did not explain employment gap between Sep 1989 and October 1990.

Santa Fe ISD filed suit

Santa Fe ISD filed suit against Fullen for failing to pay school taxes.

Out of Compliance

TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) Fullen was out of compliance with his license for failure to maintain the required training for the training cycle ending September 1st 2023. He had 14 out of the required 40 hours.

History Statements not Completed

It was recently discovered that Fullen had not completed his personal history statements for Pct 2. Constable and Texas City Reserves.

History Statements Completed with Invalid Data

Fullen completed personal history statement for pct 2 (8 months late). But many of the questions were untruthfully answered.

Fullen lies on Personal History Report Again

Fullen gives untruthful answers or fails to disclose information on his Personal History Report submitted to Texas City PD to become a reserve officer.

Under Investigation

Fullen is currently under a TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) administrative investigation for falsifying government records (personal history statements)

Texas City PD Drops endorsement of Fullen

Fullen requested endorsement for his "Fullen 2024" campaign back in 2022. As of February 20, 2024 Texas City Municipal Police Association held its monthly meeting. During the meeting a motion was made to rescind endorsement for Fullen 2024, and the motion was passed. As of this date a cease and desist letter has been sent to the Fullen campaign demanding they remove their endorsement from Fullen's campaign website and marketing materials.

Fullen Lies on Arrest Counts at the Border

In one of Fullen's campaign fliers he claims to be the county's lead coordinator for efforts down on the souther border, responsible for thousands of arrests. But in reality Fullen is the head coordinator for just Precinct 2. Between September 1, 2023 and December 1, 2023, Fullen made a total of 9 felony arrests, and 2 traffic stops. Not even close to thousands. While during the same time period GSCO (Galveston County Sheriff's Office) made 603 Felony Arrests, and 156 Traffic Stops. To put these numbers into perspective. During this 2 month period. GCSO had only 2 officers working on the border at any one time. While Pct 2 (represented by Jimmy Fullen) had 1 officer, Pct 4 also had 1 officer assigned. The numbers are self explanatory. So the question is what is Fullen really doing at the border other than photo opps?

Peace Officer License put on Administrative Hold

Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE) has put Jimmy Fullen's Peace Officer License on Administrative Hold.

Peace Officer License Recommended for Revocation

Executive Director of Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE) has petitioned recommending Revocation of Jimmy Fullen's Peace Officer License
Read More about it at
June 11, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Commission recommends revoking GOP nominee's peace officer license
June 11, 2024 - Houston Public Media
TCOLE recommends revoking license of Republican Galveston County Sheriff candidate Jimmy Fullen
June 11, 2024 - Click2Houston
Galveston County Sheriff candidate under investigation, at risk of losing peace officer license
June 12, 2024 - Click2Houston
Weigh in: Do you think Galveston County Sheriff candidate Jimmy Fullen should be elected amid investigation?
June 13, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Galveston County Sheriff nominee made false or untruthful official statements, state commission says
June 14, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Law enforcement board has clean reputation, professor says June 14, 2024 - Fox 26 Houston
State law enforcement commission recommends revoking license of Galveston County Sheriff candidate July 2, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Commissioners might pick Fullen's replacement, party chair says July 3, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Prosecutors are watching Fullen's investigation, DA says

Texas Ethics Commission launches Fullen investigation

The Texas Ethics Commission on Friday told Galveston County sheriff candidate Jimmy Fullen it found enough merit in a campaign finance complaint to launch an investigation, according to a letter from the commission. The complaint alleges Fullen failed to disclose a third-party loan he never paid off during a January reporting period, according to the letter.
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Aug 2, 2024 - Bay Area Houston
Unreported $100,000 Loan: Ethics Commission Investigation on Fullen’s Campaign Finance Aug 2, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Texas Ethics Commission launches Fullen investigation Sept 5, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Democrats wonder why Fullen isn't getting the Tottenham treatment Sep 16, 2024 - Bay Area Houston
Jimmy Fullen Under Investigation: Loan Controversy Deepens

Tilman Fertitta, Tony Buzbee connection to Sheriff Candidate Jimmy Fullen

The Houston Chronicle has released 2 articles exploring the connection between Tilman Fertitta and Sheriff Canddate Jimmy Fullen
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Oct 10, 2024 - Houston Chronicle
Tilman Fertitta, Tony Buzbee bankroll Galveston County sheriff candidate who could soon lose his badge Oct 12, 2024 - Houston Chronicle
Taylor Swift was at Tilman Fertitta's place in NYC, But Galveston pulls him back in.

Jimmy Fullen Sworn in as Galveston County Sheriff

Jimmy Fullen Sworn in as Sheriff of Galveston County. At the same time 43 Deputies of the department retire. One of the first actions taken by Sheriff Fullen is to force all mental health professionals back on Patrol, saying he wants those officers to be working on patrol and not sitting at a desk waiting for a call. Some question if that is a good idea as if a patrol officier is called to deal with a metal health issue, they typically arrive at the scene in more casual attire to not alarm anyone and better communicate with the individual. Fullen claimed that at this time there were only 20 vacancies that needed to be filled on the department. Many have questioned how he plans to do that. Another upcoming situation is the annual Jeep week on Bolivar Peninsula in which last year attracted over 100,000 people. This event has been a problem for the local community with increases in violent crime. Fullen claims he is going to eliminate the event.
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Jan 1, 2025 - ABC 13 News Houston
Galveston County's new sheriff tackles mass exodus, mental health, and Jeep Weekend Jan 3, 2025 - Houston Public Media
New Galveston County sheriff reportedly wants to end Jeep Weekend. but state law may prevent that Jan 3, 2025 - Houston Chronicle
New Galveston County sheriff pledges to end Jeep Weekend, says event is too violent

Fullen replaces green inmate uniforms with Pink Jumpsuits

Sheriff Fullen has replaced the green inmate uniforms with safety pink jumpsuits, in an attempt to discourage recidivism, and create a calming atmosphere. However experts say there is no evidence that such tactics reduce recidivism which is the tendency for convicted criminals to reoffend. Money spent on the jumpsuits would have been better spent on substance-abuse programming, educational programming, or vocational training. If Fullen ends up wearing one of these Pink Jumpsuits after TCOLE gets done with him, we will be sure to ask him if he still finds them calming.
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Feb 27, 2025 - Houston Public Media
Galveston County Jail issues pink jumpsuits to discourage recidivism; expert doubts effectiveness Feb 26, 2025 - Houston Chronicle
Galveston County's new jailhouse uniforms met with widespread mockery

Jimmy Fullen Sues TCOLE to block 10 year License Suspension

Recently electied Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen is suing TCOLE, The state agency that licenses all peace officers in Texas. TCOLE recommended June 2024 revoking Fullen's License, claiming he violted state rules requiring peace officers to list all disciplinary actions, lawsuits and prior arrests on their personal history statements. TCOLE cited omissions on personal history statements filed with two departments. When Fullen was elected Sheriff in Nov 2024 State law blocked the revocation of his peace officer's license. However the law further states that TCOLE can revoke the license of an elected offier ( Sheriff ) if the person is convicted of a felony, or a criminal offense directly involving the person's duties as an officer. TCOLE submitted an ammended complaint stating it was seeking to suspend Fullen's peace officer's license for 10 years. Fullen has sued TCOLE to block or at least slow down the process.
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March 3, 2024 - Galveston County The Daily News
Galveston County Sheriff files lawsuit to stop attempt to suspend peace officer's license March 4, 2025 - Click 2 Houston
Galveston County Sheriff sues Texas agency trying to suspend his license