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San Antonio Police Department’s administrative policy gives officers the discretion to either cite or arrest someone for offenses such as marijuana possession, theft, or driving with an invalid license.

San Antonio saw homicides increase over 20% from 2019 to 2020. Credit: Scott Ball / San Antonio Report

The San Antonio Police Department has reported a 20% year over year increase in domestic violence related 911 calls.