Affected Bexar County Offices and Operations

Suspending Jury Service until March 14, 2022

After careful deliberation and consultation with the local health authority, and in an abundance of caution, the Court has determined the best course of action is to suspend jury service. Jury trials that have already begun may continue through verdict. 

• View Order 72729 - Suspending Jury Service Until March 14, 2022

Civil District Courts Fourth Amended Operations Plan moved to March 14, 2022

After conferring with the Bexar County Health Authority and in light of the rising COVID/Omicron cases across the country and in Texas, the Civil District Courts have moved the effective date of Fourth Amended Covid-19 Operations Plan to March 14, 2022. All attorneys and self represented litigants are encouraged to review the plan to familiarize themselves with the procedures that take effect on that date. The procedures for in person jury trials will remain as previously outlined in the Order of December 17, 2021.

• Download the Fourth Amended Covid-19 Operations Plan

COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Bexar County Judiciary

Recognizing the need to ensure the health and safety of litigants, attorneys, and visitors, court staff, judges, and other individuals entering the buildings housing the courts, the courts of Bexar County will implement the Minimum Standard Health Protocols for the Bexar County Judiciary.

• View the Minimum Standard Health Protocols for Bexar County

County Courts’ Vulnerable Population Notice

A notice from the County Courts regarding accommodations for members of a vulnerable population.

• View the County Courts’ Vulnerable Population Notice.

Suspension of Jury Duty

Effective August 4, 2021, jury services have been suspended. 

• Special Order Suspending Jury Service (August 4, 2021)

Bexar County Civil District Courts

The Bexar County Civil District Courts will operate pursuant to this plan effective April 6, 2020. NOTHING IN THIS PLAN SUPERCEDES EMERGENCY ORDERS ISSUED BY ANY NATIONAL, STATE OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT. Effective April 6, 2020, all cases will be heard remotely by the Civil District Courts. Essential matters will be given priority.

• Click here to view the complete Civil District Courts plan.

Bexar County Justices of the Peace

The Bexar County Justices of the Peace have issued an order regarding their court proceedings. Effective March 16, 2020, all civil and criminal bench and jury trials, and court dockets, scheduled to begin through April 16, 2020 will be reset by a later date, scheduled by the Court – with court dockets limited to essential court proceedings. The Courts will remain open during regular business hours to accept filings, service constituents, and review all matters filed by submission.

• Fourth Order Regarding Court Proceedings Pending Covid-19 State of Emergency

Bexar County District Attorney’s Office

Offices will remain open with reduced staff. Prosecutors are reviewing cases filed by law enforcement and reaching out to victims and witnesses. Grant juries continue to operate. To apply for a protective order, please call 210-631-0100.

The Bexar County Family Justice Center continues to provide services to domestic violence survivors. Call 210-631-0100 for assistance.

• Click here to view the media release from the DA’s Office.

Bexar County Sheriff’s Office 

Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar has instituted the following changes to the Adult Detention Center: UHS personnel will medically pre-screen all inmates in the sally port before entering the Joint Intake and Assessment Annex (JIAA). Inmates with fever or flu-like symptoms will be booked and housed separately. Bexar County Adult Detention Center bond processing and fine collection has been moved to the JIAA front desk. Deputies are being asked to limit their contact with the public to that which is necessary. The BCSO is also working to minimize custodial arrests by filing non-violent offenses at large.

• View the BCSO media advisory.

Juvenile Probation Department

All children being admitted into the Cyndi Taylor Krier Juvenile Treatment Center will undergo a health screening and have their temperature taken prior to being released. Additional screenings for visitors will be taken. There is also an increased focus on cleaning high traffic area and frequently touched surfaces. 

• View the complete Juvenile letter here.

Community COVID-19 Testing & Vaccines

Community Testing & Vaccines

For information testing and COVID-19 vaccination sites, please visit https://covid19.sanantonio.gov/ or UniversityHealthSystem.com.

Information for your Family

Bexar County Utility Assistance

Applications for assistance paying your CPS Energy bill can be requested by phone at 210-335-3666, or by email at clientservices@bexar.org. Appointments for Pauper Burial services can be scheduled by calling 210-335-0757.

All Resources

• Mental Health:
  • Mental Health And COVID-19 – Information And Resources