Sealing Records, Expunctions, or Non-Disclosures

Texas Record Sealing, Expunctions, and Nondisclosure Orders

Clear Your Criminal Record – Expunctions & Nondisclosures

If you have a criminal record, you may be eligible to seal or expunge it. This can help you pass background checks for jobs, housing, or loans. Our firm has helped many Texans restore their reputation and opportunity. We offer affordable payment plans and free phone consultations. Call us today to find out how we can help you.

Do You Qualify to Seal or Expunge Your Record?

Changes in Texas law allow more people to clear their criminal records:

2015: Certain misdemeanors with convictions may now be sealed (e.g., theft under $100, marijuana <2 oz).
2017: Some DWI convictions are eligible for nondisclosure, even retroactively.
2019: DWI deferred adjudication became eligible for sealing after successful probation.

Important: If you're still on probation or finished it within the past 30 days, you may qualify for a Set Aside (Judicial Clemency). See our "Set Asides" page for details.

Methods to Clear Your Criminal Record

1. Expunction: Completely deletes all records related to the arrest or charge. You may be eligible if:

You were found not guilty at trial
Your case was dismissed or no-billed and the statute of limitations has run
You completed a Pre-Trial Diversion program
You received deferred adjudication for a Class C misdemeanor

2. Nondisclosure Order: Seals the record from the public and allows you to legally deny the incident. You may be eligible if:

You completed deferred adjudication probation successfully
You have certain misdemeanor convictions (including some DWIs)

Records remain visible to certain state agencies and for professional licensing purposes.

3. Judicial Clemency (Set Aside): A special motion to release you from probation early and remove the conviction. This applies only if you are currently on probation or within 30 days of finishing it.

Key Differences: Expunction vs. Nondisclosure

Feature	Expunction	Nondisclosure
Effect	Permanently erases the record	Seals the record from public view
Eligibility	Very limited; strict requirements	Broader eligibility with some restrictions
Government Access	No, except for immigration/federal use	Yes, 23 state agencies retain access
Legal Right to Deny	Yes	Yes

Ineligible Offenses for Nondisclosure

If you have ever received a conviction, probation, or deferred adjudication for any of the following, you cannot get a nondisclosure for any offense:

Family violence
Sex offenses requiring registration
Aggravated kidnapping
Murder or capital murder
Injury to a child, elderly, or disabled
Protective order violations
Stalking

Waiting Periods Before Applying

Offense Type	Waiting Period After Probation
Misdemeanors (most)	None
Indecent exposure, public lewdness	2 years
Felonies	5 years

Our Process: What to Expect

For Nondisclosures:

You provide case info and down payment
We draft and file the petition
Court date set ~4-6 weeks later
We appear for you (you usually don't need to attend)
Judge signs order
DPS notifies relevant agencies

For Expunctions:

Similar process, but takes longer (2–4 months)
Ends with certified destruction of the records

Fees and Payment Plans

Nondisclosure Orders:

Misdemeanor: $1,200 total ($400 down, $400/month for 2 months)
Felony: $2,100 total ($700 down, $700/month for 2 months)

Expunctions (Misdemeanor or Felony):

$2,400 total ($800 down, $800/month for 2 months)

Filing fees are included. We start work with the down payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to visit your office?
A: No. Most cases are handled over phone and email.

Q: Do I need to appear in court?
A: Rarely. Over 95% of our clients never appear in court.

Q: Who can still see a sealed record?
A: 23 state agencies, including the State Bar, Board of Nursing, and DFPS. Law enforcement also retains access.

Q: What about websites like PublicData.com?
A: These sites must update their records or risk losing access to DPS data.

Q: How can clearing my record help me?
A: It can make the difference in getting a job, apartment, loan, or professional license. You may legally deny the offense once it's sealed or expunged.

Ready to Take Action?

Call: (972) 722-0887
Text: (972) 814-7318
Free Consultation: No cost. No pressure. We answer calls in the evening too.

Or fill out our contact form to get started. Let us help you clear your name and secure your future.

Attorney Steven Clary – Serving All of Texas with Integrity and Results