An expunction is an order from a court to the appropriate agencies to destroy any records related to a particular criminal matter. Once a criminal matter is expunged, a person can deny that the offense ever took place. There is no more complete method of erasing a criminal record than an order of expunction. Do I Qualify For An Expunction? Home Top of Page
Home Top of PageWhile it is always important to have an attorney review your situation to ensure you qualify for an expunction, the following is a list of conditions that can help you narrow down whether or not you are qualified to have your criminal record expunged. Call one of our Texas expunction lawyers if you have any questions about these conditions: You were arrested for a crime for which you were never charged. ☝Eligible You were charged with a crime that was dismissed. ☝ Eligible You were placed on deferred adjudication probation for a Class C Misdemeanor. ☝ Eligible You were charged with an offense due to identity theft. ☝ Eligible You were acquitted for the charged offense. ☝ Eligible You were convicted of a criminal charge. ☟ Not Eligible You were placed on deferred adjudication probation for a matter beyond a Class C Misdemeanor. ☟ Not Eligible (see non-disclosure below) You were convicted of a matter, but received a pardon. ☝ Eligible If you find your situation listed in any of the above conditions that result in an Eligible status, call one of our expunction attorneys to discuss any other possible issues and how we can help obtain an order of expunction for you. What If I Don't Qualify For An Expunction?
Home Top of PageAn Order of Non-Disclosure is a great option if you don't qualify to have your records expunged. A nondisclosure (commonly referred to as sealing) will not result in your criminal record being destroyed, but it will seal your record so that it is only available to legally necessary entities. You may qualify for an order of non disclosure if: You have completed deferred adjudication probation for a matter that does not involve family-violence. ☝ Eligible You have been convicted or placed on regular probation for a criminal offense. ☟ Not Eligible You have been convicted or placed on regular or deferred probation for a juvenile offense. ☝ Possibly Eligible If you were placed on deferred adjudication for a sexual offense that requires registration, a matter involving family violence, aggravated kidnapping or murder, an Order of Non Disclosure may not be available. Call now to discuss having your record sealed. You'll be able to talk to a licensed attorney who practices in your area about your concerns and goals. The call is free, confidential, and there's no obligation. 1-(888)553-8019 What about sealing my juvenile record? Home Top of Page
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