ATTORNEY BADGES

The Attorney Identification Badge is a privilege extended by the Bexar County Sheriff to attorneys who frequent the Bexar County Courthouse facilities. SABA members receive a discount every time they apply or renew their badge. Badges are valid for 2 years upon application or renewal. (Renewals are necessary due to biannual background checks required by the courthouse.)

2020 BADGE RENEWAL PROCESS

·     Applications must be completed and notarized for renewal of the Attorney Identification Badge, Download the application, HERE

·     Renewal applicants must complete the biannual background check questionnaire via email

·     Renewals do not need to re-take their photo unless otherwise indicated

·     Badges will be printed once the background check questionnaire is completed and approved

·     SABA staff will notify applicant when their badge is ready for pick-up

 

2020 BADGE RENEWAL FEES

SABA/SACDLA Members - $100

Non-Members - $150

 

NEW APPLICATION PROCESS

STEP 1

Download and complete the Attorney Identification Badge application. Applications must be notarized and a copy of your driver’s license and Texas Bar Card must also be attached.

STEP 2

Mail or drop off the original, notarized application with payment to SABA offices (Bexar County Courthouse, 5th Floor, 100 Dolorosa, 78205). Checks are payable to SABA.

STEP 3

SABA staff will notify applicants by email when their application has been approved or denied; they will also tell approved applicants where to get their badge photos taken once approved. SABA will email applicants once their badge is ready for pick-up at the SABA office.

 

 

REPLACEMENT CARDS

Lost or stolen cards may be replaced for a fee of $40. Please contact SABA to replace your badge.

 

APPLICATION FEE

SABA/SACDLA Members: $100  
Non-Member Attorneys*: $150 

All application and replacement fees are non-refundable.

 

Please reach out to SABA at (210) 227-8822 or membership@sabar.org for questions regarding the Attorney Identification Badge.