Judge issues temporary restraining order against BCSO Sheriff Pamerleau

SAN ANTONIO – A judge has issued a temporary restraining order against Bexar County Sheriff Susan Pamerleau at the request of incoming Sheriff Javier Salazar.

Salazar alleges that Pamerleau is retaliating against people who helped his campaign for sheriff, as well as those serving on his transition team. He also alleges that the sheriff is trying to demote several personnel within her command staff to positions that do not exist.

Salazar said the actions by Pamerleau could “result in grievances and lawsuits which may be inherited by his incoming Sheriff’s administration, actions that will eventually cost taxpayers dollars.”

Judge John D. Gabriel signed off on the restraining order.

Pamerleau’s released the following statement: 

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is a 24/7 operation. Operations and administrative functions don’t stop, even when there’s a change in leadership. The Sheriff’s Office operates based on Texas statutes, county policy and Sheriff’s Office policy, and any actions taken regarding personnel are strictly based on those directives.