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Few things offer as much hope for a new beginning as the concept of expungement. When a dark chapter of your past casts a shadow over your present, it is empowering to know there are avenues to move forward, unburdened. Contact our team of dedicated Houston expungement lawyers to learn more about who qualifies for expungement, the process of clearing your record, and how the Sparks Law Firm can guide you through it.
If you’re hoping to have your record expunged, it is paramount to hire a team of competent Harris County criminal defense lawyers. Our legal team can help you understand your eligibility, handle all paperwork associated with the expungement on your behalf, represent you in court, and streamline the process to ensure you don’t remain tethered to your past any longer than necessary.
Expungement, or expunction, completely destroys or removes criminal records, as if the arrest or charge never happened. The person can, in most situations, legally deny or fail to mention the arrest or charge that was expunged.
Record sealing, on the other hand, simply hides the record from public view. While law enforcement and certain agencies can still access sealed records, the general public cannot. In Texas, this is often referred to as an “Order of Nondisclosure.”
Texas law permits the expungement of records under specific circumstances. They are as follows:
Importantly, not every mark on your record can be wiped clean. Here are some exclusions:
The process of having a criminal record expunged is complex, document-heavy, and can sometimes take months. A brief outline of the expungement process is as follows:
While past mistakes might feel like permanent stains, our expungement lawyers are here to guide you to your fresh start. Whether you’re aiming for expungement or record sealing, we’re ready to help. Contact the Sparks Law Firm for a free initial consultation today.
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