Juvenile Justice System Reform
Summary
A proposed six-month pilot program will offer low-level offenders with mental health or substance use needs voluntary treatment instead of arrest and booking.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 31, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city's share of the six-month pilot is $638,370, funded through West Side TERS.
Individuals experiencing mental health crises or substance use disorders, law enforcement officers saving time, and the county jail.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (8)
Public Safety Committee - Aug 31, 2026
A proposed six-month pilot program will offer low-level offenders with mental health or substance use needs voluntary treatment instead of arrest and booking.
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Costly paper tickets slow courts and frustrate residents. San Antonio wants to change that.
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Educational Opportunities Committee - Apr 21, 2026
The Bexar County Continuum of Care project aims to reform the juvenile justice system by focusing on prevention, diversion, and community-based services. This includes addressing racial disparities in referrals and arrests and reducing the criminalization of adolescent behavior.
Public Safety Committee - Apr 21, 2026
A briefing was provided on the city's electronic and paper citation processes.
City Manager Delegation - Apr 2, 2026
The Frank D. Wing Municipal Court building's roof is being replaced. This addresses a critical infrastructure need for a public facility that is over 30 years old.
Municipal Court Advisory Committee - Feb 25, 2026
The committee reviewed data on the volume and types of cases handled by the municipal court, including dismissal rates and outcomes. This information helps assess the court's efficiency and effectiveness in serving the public and ensuring compliance with laws.
CANCELED Municipal Court Advisory Committee - Feb 11, 2026
The committee was set to get an update on how the municipal court is running, including case numbers and upcoming events. This impacts how efficiently justice is administered and how the public views the court system.
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