Dec. 5, 2023
Ben Gieselman’s roots in Dripping Springs run deep. He grew up right here and he and his high school sweetheart started their family in Dripping Springs. Ben has always had a passion for service. This led him to join the Marines and serve four years before becoming a member of law enforcement. Ben says he will bring his expertise and integrity as Constable. He has served Hays County as a Patrol Deputy, Patrol Corporal, Criminal Investigations, Field Training Officer, Mobile Field Force Commander, Peer Support, and Firearms and General Training Instructor. Ben has the distinction of being the first law enforcement officer shot in the line of duty since 1879.