Texas

Criminal Record Expungement

Benefits of Having Your Texas Record Expunged

• Tell employers that you have not been convicted of a crime
• Become eligible for student loans
• Become eligible for housing assistance
• Become eligible for more types of professional licenses and certificates
• Tell friends and family that you have not been convicted of a crime
• To stop fearing or being embarrassed when someone does a background check on you.

Pricing

Texas Expungement	Our Law Firm	Typical Law Firm
Price	$950*	$2200
Money-Back Guarantee	100%**	No
Payment Plans	Yes	No
Low-Price Guarantee	Yes	No
Specializes in Record Clearing	Yes	No
	for a low payment of $238

*Plus court costs
**Money-back guarantee does not include court costs.

Benefits of Using RecordGone.com

Having us clean your record can be the best decision you make. Why choose us:

• You will be represented by a lawyer
• Lowest price guarantee – We will match any attorney's advertised price
• Fastest possible results – we start your case within 24 hours
• We serve ALL of Texas
• We pay the filing fees
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• Deep discounts for multiple convictions
• Credit cards accepted
• Flexible payment plans
• We will write letters to potential employers explaining your case

Eligibility for Texas Expungement

If you were arrested in Texas, you are likely eligible to have your record expunged if you meet the following criteria:

Class C Misdemeanors

• Successfully completed deferred adjudication AND
• Not convicted of felony in the five years preceding the date of arrest

Felony or Misdemeanors

• Acquitted in trial OR
• Convicted and subsequently pardoned OR
• The charges were dismissed, the statue of limitations has expired
  (unless the dismissal was due to the fact that there was mistake,
  false information or no probable cause), and not convicted of a
  felony in the five years preceding the date of arrest

Commonly Asked Questions About Texas Expungement

• Will it still show up on my background check?
• What is the difference between expungement and non-disclosure?
• Can it still be used against me?
• Do I have to disclose the arrest or court case?
• Will it help with immigration?
• Can I clear my federal conviction?
• Can I become a schoolteacher, nurse, or other occupation?
• Do I need to hire an attorney or can I do it myself?
• How long does it take?
• Can it be done faster?
• Do I have to go to court?
• What are the details of the guarantee?
• Do you have payment plans?
• What if I don’t know exactly what is on my record?
• What is the main reason that a case is denied?
• What if my case is denied?
• How do the agencies know it was granted?
• How long does it take for the records to be updated?
• Can I visit Canada after this?
• Can I get a Sentri pass?

Will it still show up on my background check?

No. The expungement prohibits the release, maintenance, dissemination, or use of the expunged records and files for any purpose.

What is the difference between expungement and non-disclosure?

Expungement results in the destruction of all references and records of the case from public records. The DPS also requests any federal depository to return and destroy them. The court record for expungement is destroyed 60 days - 1 year after order is issued.

Non-disclosure requires DPS to send a copy of the order to all law enforcement agencies, jails, etc. who are then ordered to seal the records, but not destroy them. So, they cannot disclose the offense, but the records are not destroyed. And the prior criminal record could be used against the person in a subsequent prosecution.

Can it still be used against me?

Expungement can’t be used against you unless there is a criminal proceeding about the arrest for which the records have been expunged. In that instance, only the fact that the matter in question has been expunged can be disclosed.

Do I have to disclose the arrest or court case?

You can deny the occurrence of the arrest and the existence of the expunction unless there is a criminal proceeding about the arrest for which the records have been expunged. In that instance, only the fact that the matter in question has been expunged can be disclosed. On employment applications, housing applications, and any other applications, you can state no and deny the arrest or court case.

Will it help with immigration?

It can still be viewed and considered when determining your immigration; however, it will appear better and increase your chances during the immigration proceedings.

Can I clear my federal conviction?

You can only expunge certain cases. Typically, you have to show that the conviction was wrongful or unconstitutional. Additionally, a person can apply for a pardon through the President. We do not handle federal cases.

Can I become a schoolteacher, nurse, or other occupation?

Since the records are destroyed, the arrest and case won’t be considered for the application for employment.

Do I need to hire an attorney or can I do it myself?

You have an attorney to (1) make sure it is done right the first time so it does not get rejected or cost you months of delay (2) handle objections from the district attorney (3) send an attorney to court to argue the case if need be and (4) write letters to potential employers letting them know that the case has been reopened and will soon have the conviction off of your record.

How long does it take?

Currently, the whole process is taking about 4-5 months.

Can it be done faster?

The courts work on a first come, first serve basis. Therefore, the sooner you sign up, the sooner it is heard and decided. If it helps, we would be glad to write your employer or potential employer a letter letting them know we have reopened the case and are in the process of having it expunged.

Do I have to go to court?

Although a licensed attorney will appear in court for you, sometimes the court requires the client to appear as well. However, if you live out of state, we are typically able to ask the court to excuse your presence.

What are the details of the guarantee?

If we are unable to succeed on your case, we give you your money back, except for the fees paid to the court (normally $200 to $250). There is a partial refund if the client does anything to become ineligible after beginning the process.

Do you have payment plans?

We can create a payment plan that meets your needs. We typically spread payments into equal amounts over 60 days, but in some instances, we can spread them out further.

What if I don’t know exactly what is on my record?

We will be glad to work with you to get a copy of your record and to review what can be done. We charge $250 per hour to do it and we apply that to the cost of any service that you hire us to perform.

What is the main reason that a case is denied?

If it is denied, it is usually because of (1) an inaccuracy in the court file, (2) an inaccuracy in the application, (3) the court does not believe it will be in the interest of society or (4) not paying fines.

What if my case is denied?

If the case is denied, we evaluate the reason for the denial and determine the best way to proceed. If we do not believe that refiling would be successful or we recommend the person wait longer to refile, then there is the money back guarantee.

How do the agencies know it was granted?

Once the judge signs the granted order for the case to be expunged, the court sends the order to the agencies with records of the arrest and court case.

How long does it take for the records to be updated?

The court updates the court records within 48 hours and the TX Department of Public Safety and agencies have up to 30 days to update their records. However, the agencies typically update their records before the 30 days expire.

Can I visit Canada after this?

If you have been convicted of minor offenses (including assault, dangerous driving, DUI, theft, shoplifting, unauthorized possession of firearms, possession of illegal substances, etc.) or indictable criminal offenses (including assault with a deadly weapon, manslaughter, etc.) you may be prohibited from entrance and further action is required to find out whether you will be allowed entrance. The Canadian government has entered into an information sharing agreement with the United States; so the Canadian government will have access to whatever information the United States has. Therefore, the first thing you should do is clear your criminal record to the fullest extent possible before submitting to a background check or for entrance into Canada. At a minimum, this will show the Canadian government that the matter was resolved and no longer considered a conviction. In some cases, it will take in entirely out of the view of Canadian immigration officials.  Either way, clearing your record improve the odds of not being denied entry to Canada or being stuck at the border for lengthy and embarrassing interrogation.

Can I get a Sentri pass?

The Border Patrol has discretion in granting or denying Sentri passes. So the only thing we can say for sure is that it would help; so it would be wise to invest in record clearing before applying for a pass. A modest investment in expungement could be the difference between having your request accepted or denied. It will show that you have resolved all matters with the court.

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Austin, TX 78759
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