Oscar Salinas Highlights DA Role in Bexar County Amidst Growing Caseloads

In a recent interview on Vote Like a Texan, Oscar Salinas, a Democratic candidate for Bexar County District Attorney, outlined the complex responsibilities of leading a $57 million office handling 10,000 new felony cases each year, while emphasizing fairness, resource management, and community collaboration.

A $57M Office with 10,000 New Felony Cases Annually
The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office manages a $57 million budget and 560 employees, including 260 prosecutors. With a 27% population growth over the past 12 years and evidence-heavy caseloads—including body cam footage—the office faces significant challenges in prioritizing resources and reducing backlogs.

“We need to make sure we are using our resources to the best of our ability,” said Salinas. “Not every case is a life sentence case. 98% of defendants will at some point return to the community. We must focus on prosecuting violent offenders while ensuring redeemable individuals can become productive members of society.”

Addressing Backlogs and Prioritizing Violent Crime
Salinas emphasized the need to streamline case management, particularly in family violence and non-violent offense categories, to ensure violent crimes receive the attention they require. He advocates for clear timelines, consistent communication with complainants, and strategic collaboration with law enforcement and community partners.

“We have a no-drop policy, but if we cannot prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt, we should not be holding on to it. We need to focus on the cases we can prove.” – Oscar Salinas

Watch the full interview with Oscar Salinas on the Vote Like a Texan Youtube Channel:

This Prosecutor Wants to Fix San Antonio's $57 Million Justice System | Oscar Salinas

Connect with Oscar Salinas
Learn more about his platform and campaign at oscarsalinasforda.com or follow him on social media.

About Oscar Salinas
Oscar Salinas is a 12-year prosecutor and first-generation college graduate from the Rio Grande Valley. With experience ranging from misdemeanors to capital murder cases, he is running for District Attorney to bring a modern, community-focused approach to Bexar County’s justice system.

About Vote Like a Texan:
Vote Like a Texan is a nonpartisan civic education platform dedicated to empowering Texas voters with non-biased information, candidate insights, and election resources. Through in-depth interviews, policy breakdowns, and community-focused content, Vote Like a Texan helps voters make informed decisions by providing clear, accessible, and non-ideological coverage of local and statewide races. The platform aims to strengthen civic engagement, increase voter participation, and support a more informed electorate across the Lone Star State.

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