Established in April of 1999, the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (SACDLA) is comprised of attorneys actively engaged in defense of criminal cases in the State, County or Municipal Courts in Bexar County, Texas, including the Bexar County Justice Center, or in the Federal Courts of the Western District of Texas.
The SACDLA provides support, education, and networking opportunities for local criminal defense attorneys. It also serves to educate the public on the importance of preserving an individual's Constitutional Rights within the criminal justice system. The SACDLA promotes the competent and ethical representation of persons accused of a crime.