SAN ANTONIO — Bexar County is increasing its constable staff to enforce Senate Bill 1333, a newly enacted Texas law designed to accelerate the removal of squatters from properties, county officials announced.
The law allows property owners to initiate a faster process for removing unauthorized occupants once a complaint is filed. The county plans to hire additional constable deputies to manage the expected rise in cases and ensure effective enforcement of the legislation.
Bexar County officials cited a surge in squatting reports as a key reason for expanding staff. Previously, property owners faced lengthy and complex legal procedures when dealing with squatters. Senate Bill 1333 streamlines these procedures, giving constables more authority to act quickly.
The Texas government introduced the law to strengthen property rights and provide a more efficient framework for addressing squatting. Bexar County is among several regions in the state facing increased reports of unauthorized occupancy, prompting a statewide focus on enforcement.
County authorities said the additional deputies will facilitate faster responses to complaints and improve overall efficiency in handling squatter cases. Officials emphasized that the expansion aims to ensure property owners have timely support under the new legal framework.
