As of January 22, 2026, Peter Sakai’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Judicial Philosophy

Peter Sakai is from McAllen, Texas. He has a bachelor 27s degree in government from the University of Texas and a law degree from the University of Texas School of Law. He and his wife, Raquel  22Rachel 22 Dias-Sakai, have two kids and three grandchildren.

PETER SAKAI: Still the Family Judge - Issuu

Peter Sakai has a bachelor 's degree in government from the University of Texas and a law degree from the University of Texas School of Law. He has a wife and two children.

Peter is a district court judge in Bexar County. He has served on the bench for 26 years. Before taking the bench, he worked at a mall in Austin while submitting resumes for other jobs.

Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai launches campaign for second term

Blog: AAPI Month Spotlight with Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai

Bexar County Judge primary: Peter Sakai, Ina Minjarez headed to ...

Minjarez, Sakai, Gonzalez face off in Democratic primary for Bexar ...

Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai | Bexar County, TX - Official Website

Peter worked as an Associate Judge of the Children's Court, a solo practicioner, a Appellate Assistant District Attorney in the Bexar County, Texas District Attorney’s Office.

Peter is currently the Bexar County Judge. He was elected in 2022 and is currently serving his first term. Before that, he served as a judge on the 225th District Court from 2006 to 2022.

Wants the economy that emphasized careersm not "low-paying jobs."

- Wants the economy that emphasized careersm not "low-paying jobs."

Economy

Public Services

Instagram

Seeks to be "tough on crime" while addressing the root causes that drive it.

Condemns the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agencies "constitutional violations."

Believes in "lawful, humane enforcement that protects due process for all."

Seeks pathways to rehabilitation and jobs for non-violent offenders.

- Seeks to be "tough on crime" while addressing the root causes that drive it.
- Condemns the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agencies "constitutional violations."
- Believes in "lawful, humane enforcement that protects due process for all."
- Seeks pathways to rehabilitation and jobs for non-violent offenders.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Education

Supports improving access to "quality" healthcare.

- Supports improving access to "quality" healthcare.

Public Health

Energy & the Environment

Facebook

LinkedIn

Peter Sakai

As the 225th District Court Judge for over a decade, Sakai presided over various cases and legal matters within the district court system.

Aims to improve public safety, enhance residents' quality of life, and ensure fiscal responsibility in county government through collaboration among stakeholders.

Commits to transparency and accountability in government operations.

Formed the Eastside Economic Development Advisory Council with Representative Barbara Gervin-Hawkins.

Partnered with the City of San Antonio and local Deaf community leaders to host the first-ever San Antonio Deaf Culture Conference.

Approved the Acequia Commons project, a Gun Safety initiative, and tax credits supporting childcare centers.

Approved $3.4 million in funding to expand the Cagnon Road Animal Care Facility to 96 kennels.

Supports contract negotiations for Toyota’s $531 million expansion in Bexar County.