Misdemeanor Trial Division

The Misdemeanor Trial Division prosecutes Class A and Class B misdemeanor offenses as well as Class C criminal traffic offenses filed in Bexar County Justice of the Peace Courts. Misdemeanor offenses cover a wide range of crimes ranging from speeding to shoplifting to vehicle burglaries and assaults, with the exception of juvenile cases and assaults involving family violence. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is among the most serious of misdemeanors. 

For Class A and B misdemeanors, two prosecutors are typically assigned to each County Court at Law and work with investigators and support staff to prepare and prosecute misdemeanor cases filed in these courts. 

Bexar County Courts at Law:

Misdemeanor

Levels of Offenses:

Class A
A Class A Misdemeanor is punishable by up to one year in jail, and up to a $4,000.00 fine.

Class B
A Class B Misdemeanor is punishable by up to 180 days in jail, and up to a $2,000.00 fine.

Class C
A Class C Misdemeanor is punishable by a fine up to $500.00. There is no jail time for a Class C misdemeanor.