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Municipal courts outline operations, magistrate duties and juvenile programs in budget presentation
Summary
Presiding municipal court judges described daily operations, magistrate functions, specialized dockets for youths and pet-related cases, and the court’s emphasis on neutrality and alternatives to incarceration during the Aug. 19 budget session.
SAN ANTONIO — Presiding judges of the municipal courts presented the courts’ budget request and an overview of daily operations on Aug. 19, 2025, describing magistrate duties, specialized dockets for juveniles and alternatives to incarceration, and the court’s outreach and reminder-systems.
Judge Carlo (presenter identified himself as presiding judge) explained that municipal courts handle Class C misdemeanor violations, animal-related crimes and other city ordinance cases. He described magistrate duties — informing…
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