The Texas Expunctions & Nondisclosures Guide

An old arrest or case still shows up on background checks, and it keeps getting in the way of jobs, housing or peace of mind. Texas offers two main ways to address it. The Texas Expunctions & Nondisclosures Guide explains both. The guide starts with the two paths: an expunction that destroys the record, and an order of nondisclosure that seals it. It helps you tell which one may fit your situation. It then explains expunction eligibility under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55A, including the paths, the waiting periods and the traps that trip people up. It covers nondisclosure eligibility under Government Code Chapter 411, including the deferred-adjudication paths and the bars in §411.074. The final chapters walk through how to build and file your petition. This guide is for Texans with an arrest, dismissal, acquittal or deferred adjudication on their record, and for family members helping them. It gives you a clear, step-by-step picture of eligibility and filing so you can decide whether to proceed on your own or with help. Legal information, not legal advice.