For a fast, affordable, & personalized way to expunge / seal your criminal record, Attorney Mike Howard offers a fresh start.
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Expunction and non-disclosure are the two primary ways people can clear their records in Texas.
While expunction wipes your slate clean, as if it never happened, non-disclosure seals your record from public eyes. Eligibility for expunction applies to acquittals, certain dismissals, and pardons. Non-disclosure is usually available if you completed deferred adjudication. But eligibility for either is largely based on your situation – best handled by an attorney.
Dallas attorney Mike Howard believes past mistakes shouldn’t define your life. With decades of experience and hundreds of successful dismissals, expungements, and non-disclosures across Texas, we know how to help.
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Working with an experienced attorney reduces the risk of legal errors, which can result in the denial of your expunction or non-disclosure petition. Additionally, prosecutors may object, challenge your eligibility, and more. A professional lawyer can advocate for why you deserve to have your record expunged.
With Attorney Mike Howard, you’re getting more than help — you’re investing in a future without a record.
You may be eligible for expunction in Texas if you were arrested but never charged, found not guilty, had your charges dismissed, received a pardon, or completed deferred adjudication for a Class C misdemeanor. Each case is unique, so consulting with an attorney is recommended to assess eligibility.
Non-Disclosure eligibility applies if you are not eligible for expunction but have successfully met all conditions of your deferred adjudication. This applies immediately for certain misdemeanors and after three years for felonies. Specific offenses, like DWIs, may have unique criteria for non-disclosure eligibility. A separate application is needed for each offense, and outcomes can vary.
Clearing your record can significantly improve your life by allowing you to deny past convictions, expanding your job prospects, and securing housing and educational opportunities. It effectively restores your rights and provides a fresh beginning, granting you the freedom to move forward without the shadow of a past offense.
For a nondisclosure, some misdemeanors can be nondisclosed as soon as you successfully complete deferred adjudication probation. Other misdemeanors require a two-year waiting period. All felonies require a five-year waiting period. For an expunction, it depends on the type of case and how it’s eligible for expunction
Once your record is cleared through expunction, you can legally state on job applications that the incident did not occur. Non-disclosure allows you to withhold the information from most private entities.
It's best to consult with an experienced lawyer to determine if expunction or non-disclosure could benefit you. They can assess your circumstances, as eligibility can be complex and hinges on various factors. Even if you're not eligible for expunction—your lawyer may find that you can still qualify for non-disclosure. We encourage you to contact us to get started on clearing your record.
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★★★★★I don’t even want to think about what my future would have been like with a felony on my record and thanks to Mr. Howard I don’t have to. I hope I never need an attorney again but if I do I have Mr. Howard on speed dial.
