Overview

Bexar County is the county government serving San Antonio and surrounding communities in south-central Texas. Its responsibilities include courts and public records, law enforcement, elections, tax administration, public works and public health, alongside services for veterans, families and local businesses. The Commissioners Court, comprising the county judge and four commissioners, governs county operations and makes budget, tax and revenue decisions. Elected offices and appointed departments administer these services, with county programmes also covering parks, libraries, emergency management and criminal justice support. Created in 1836, Bexar County has its county seat in San Antonio, Texas, United States.