2026 Texas General Election

The candidate campaign page lists education credentials: “Bob Behrens earned: … his Master of Public Affairs degree from U.T. Austin in 1992.”

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The candidate campaign page lists education credentials: “Bob Behrens earned: … his Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude at UTSA in 1989.”

Bob Behrens earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from UTSA and a master's degree in public affairs from U.T. Austin.

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Robert earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from The University of Texas at San Antonio. He attended Syracuse University College of Law and earned a Master of Public Affairs (M.P.Aff.) from The LBJ School of Public Affairs. He received his Juris Doctor from St. Mary's University School of Law.

Robert works as a Solo practitioner ant the Law Office of Robert D. Behrens

Robert D. Behrens previously served as Judge of Bexar County Court at Law No. 15 from January 1, 2015, to December 31, 2018.

The candidate campaign page states: “Bob Behrens was an assistant district attorney for a short time thereafter before going into private practice, which he continued for 20 years through 2014.”

The candidate campaign page states: “In November 2014, he was elected to be Judge of Bexar County Court at Law 15 and served in that position from 2015 through 2018.”

Served as an assistant district attorney before entering private practice.

Served as judge of Bexar County Court at Law 15 from 2015 through 2018.

- Served as an assistant district attorney before entering private practice.
- Served as judge of Bexar County Court at Law 15 from 2015 through 2018.

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Said cases should be treated fairly, but equality of outcome is not the goal.

As of July 22, 2026, Bob Behrens did not have a website or any information online.

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Said Veterans Treatment Court is useful for an underserved group, including some people with service-related mental health issues.

Said that recidivism statistics are needed to determine which specialty courts are successful.

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As of July 22, 2026, Robert D. Behrens did not have a website or any information online.

Robert D. Behrens

- Served as an assistant district attorney before entering private practice.
- Practiced privately for 20 years through 2014, handling criminal, family law, estate-planning, and probate matters, including felony jury trials.
- Served as judge of Bexar County Court at Law 15 from 2015 through 2018.

As of July 22, 2026, Bob Behrens’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Bob Behrens earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from UTSA, a Master of Public Affairs degree from U.T. Austin, and a law degree from St. Mary's University School of Law.

Bob Behrens works in private law practice at the Law Office of Robert D. Behrens, with practice areas in criminal, family, and wills, trusts, and probate law. He previously worked as an intern in the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office.

Bob was elected judge of Bexar County Court at Law No. 15 in 2014 and served from 2015 through 2018.

Bob Behrens earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Texas at San Antonio, a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Texas at Austin, and a law degree from St. Mary's University Law School.

Bob Behrens works in private practice at the Law Office of Robert D. Behrens. He previously served as an assistant district attorney.

Bob was elected judge of Bexar County Court at Law 15 in November 2014 and served from 2015 through 2018.

Bob Behrens is a prominent figure in San Antonio, Texas. He has a background in law and has served in various capacities within the legal system. Behrens emphasizes his commitment to justice and fair treatment for all individuals who come before the court. He believes in the importance of community engagement and transparency in the judicial process. He aims to improve access to legal resources for underserved populations, enhance the efficiency of court proceedings, and foster a more inclusive environment within the legal system. Bob Behrens is known for his contributions to the community and his work in various sectors.

Bob has a background in law and has served in various capacities within the legal system. He has also worked in various sectors, including public service, education, health, and economic development. 

Bob previously ran for Bexar County Court at Law No. 15 in 2022 but did not win. 

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1. Please tell voters about yourself. My name is Helen Petry Stowe. I’m a native San Antonian and have lived here all of my adult life. I’ve worked in public service as a public school teacher, teaching 8th grade English in SAISD, before returning to St. Mary’s law school. After law school, I worked as an assistant district attorney for Bexar County for over ten years.

Helen Petry Stowe | 2026 candidate for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1 - San Antonio Report

2. Describe your educational background. I am very proud that I have a GED. I began my undergraduate degree at age 17, as a young, single mother. I have a BA in English from UTSA. After becoming certified to teach English in the State of Texas, I returned to law school at St. Mary’s University and received my JD in 2007.

Helen Petry Stowe is a native San Antonian. She earned a GED, a Bachelor of Arts in English from UTSA, and a law degree from St. Mary’s University in 2007. She has lived in San Antonio throughout her adult life.

Helen Petry Stowe | 2026 candidate for Bexar County Court at Law ...

Helen has experience as an assistant district attorney and felony prosecutor.

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Helen has served as a judge in the Bexar County Court at Law since 2018.

In February 2008, Helen joined the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office as an assistant district attorney, where she sought justice for the citizens of Bexar County and served as a felony prosecutor for more than ten years until being appointed to the bench.

About Judge Helen Petry Stowe

In November 2018, Helen was elected by the citizens of Bexar County to serve as judge of Bexar County Court at Law #1, after winning the Democratic primary. Helen has a breadth of experience in criminal law, having handled more than fifty trials and post-conviction appeals in juvenile justice, criminal trial, domestic violence, and child abuse matters.

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Served as a Bexar County assistant district attorney and felony prosecutor for more than ten years, handling more than fifty criminal trials and post-conviction appeals.

As a Bexar County assistant district attorney and felony prosecutor for more than ten years, she handled more than fifty criminal trials and post-conviction appeals.

As a municipal court judge, oversees cases involving traffic offenses and local ordinance violations and issues search and arrest warrants.

- As a Bexar County assistant district attorney and felony prosecutor for more than ten years, she handled more than fifty criminal trials and post-conviction appeals.
- As a municipal court judge, oversees cases involving traffic offenses and local ordinance violations and issues search and arrest warrants.

4. Philosophically, how do you balance the public’s desire for restitution in all types of crimes, while also providing a productive path forward for offenders who don’t pose a danger to the public? The majority of misdemeanor offenders that take responsibility are facing probation or deferred adjudication for the offense committed, and whether restitution should be ordered is something I consider in every case. In cases where restitution is ordered, I am very clear with probationers that restitution owed to a complainant is one of the most important conditions of their probation, and should be a top priority.

5. Why are you seeking this office, and why did you decide to be a candidate in the political party you chose? I am seeking a third term as judge in County Court 1, because I love my job, and I love our community, and I care deeply about due process and the rule of law. I am a lifelong Democrat, and was brought up by my grandmother and mother, a public school teacher and an R.N., who instilled Democratic values.

Said she considers restitution in every case and treats it as a top probation priority when it is ordered.

Said she cares deeply about due process and the rule of law.

- Said she considers restitution in every case and treats it as a top probation priority when it is ordered.
- Said she cares deeply about due process and the rule of law.

In November 2018, Helen was elected by the citizens of Bexar County to serve as judge of Bexar County Court at Law #1, after winning the Democratic primary. Helen has a breadth of experience in criminal law, having handled more than fifty trials and post-conviction appeals in juvenile justice, criminal trial, domestic violence, and child abuse matters. Helen has presided over a multitude of trials as judge, working diligently to ensure due process for every individual who comes before the court. In the summer of 2020, she took on TRAC-D, a DWI specialty court that provides a treatment-focused probation program for people with substance-abuse issues who have had multiple DWI arrests, aiming to achieve restorative justice for the community.

As a County Court judge, took on Treatment Recovery Accountability Court D, a treatment-focused probation program for people with multiple driving-while-intoxicated arrests.

- As a County Court judge, took on Treatment Recovery Accountability Court D, a treatment-focused probation program for people with multiple driving-while-intoxicated arrests.

As of July 22, 2026, Helen Petry Stowe’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Helen Petry Stowe

- Served as a Bexar County assistant district attorney and felony prosecutor for more than ten years, handling more than fifty criminal trials and post-conviction appeals.

Helen is a judge at Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She works at Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She previously served as an assistant district attorney with the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and practiced law in private practice.

Helen is a judge at the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She works at the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She previously worked as an assistant district attorney at the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and as a private practice attorney.

Helen Petry Stowe currently serves as the judge for Bexar County Court-At-Law No. 1. She was appointed by the Bexar County Commissioners Court to fill the remainder of Judge John Fleming’s term and subsequently won election in the November general election. She is the Democratic nominee for the position in the 2026 election.

Helen is a judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She previously served as an assistant district attorney. She has also worked in private practice. 

Helen is currently a judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She was appointed in 2023. Before her appointment, she served as an assistant district attorney.

Helen is a judge for Bexar County Court-at-Law No. 1. She previously served as an assistant district attorney. She has also worked in private practice. 

Helen is currently a judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She was appointed in 2022 and won the election in 2022. She is currently serving her first term.

Helen is a judge at the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She works at the court, where she was appointed by the Bexar County commissioners to fill a vacancy and later won election. She previously worked as an assistant district attorney with the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and practiced law in private practice.

Helen Petry Stowe currently serves as the Judge for Bexar County Court at Law No. 1 in Texas. She was appointed by the Bexar County commissioners court to fill the remainder of Judge John Fleming's term, and subsequently won election to the same seat.

Helen is currently a judge on the Bexar County Court at Law No. 1. She was appointed in 2023 and subsequently elected. She is currently serving her first term.

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- A County Court-At-Law judge handles misdemeanors, such as assault of a family member, property theft between $750 and $2,500, and using force against a law enforcement officer. They also handle civil cases where the amount in question does not exceed $200,000. 
- County Court-At-Law judges conduct arraignments, pre-trial hearings, and jury trials, as well as accept guilty pleas. 
- They are elected in a partisan, county-wide election to a four-year term. 
- Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 25 years old, have been a Texas and county resident for at least 24 consecutive months, a practicing lawyer and/or judge in Texas for at least four years, and registered to vote in that county.
- The annual salary for County Court-At-Law Judges ranges from $174,000 to $244,500, depending on years of service and how much they receive as a county supplement.

Handles civil and criminal cases from District Courts.

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