Texas Expungement

Clear your criminal record in Texas with CleanSlate’s guided, step‑by‑step process.

Clear Your Record in Texas

CleanSlate guides you through Texas expunctions and nondisclosures — fast, accurate, and built for real people.

Eligibility in Texas

Below is a simplified overview of who may qualify for record clearing in Texas. Your exact eligibility depends on your case details.

  • Dismissed cases may qualify for expunction.
  • Not‑guilty verdicts are eligible for expunction.
  • Certain convictions may qualify for nondisclosure.
  • Waiting periods apply depending on the offense.
  • No pending charges or active supervision.

⭐ Texas – Eligibility Summary

You may qualify for expunction or nondisclosure in Texas if:

  • Your case was dismissed, no‑billed, or you were acquitted

  • You completed deferred adjudication for an eligible offense

  • You have no pending charges

  • The waiting period (varies by offense) has passed

  • Your offense is not violent or sexual in nature

Texas allows:

  • Expunction (complete deletion of the record)

  • Orders of Nondisclosure (sealing after deferred adjudication)

  • Automatic nondisclosure for certain misdemeanors

What Can Be Sealed in Texas

Most felony and misdemeanor offenses in these categories can be sealed:

  • Drug crimes
  • Theft crimes, including Retail Theft and Receiving Stolen Property
  • Trespass
  • Forgery & Fraud crimes, including Access/Device Fraud, Bad Checks, ID Theft, and Welfare Fraud
  • Criminal Mischief

Most misdemeanors can be sealed, including:

  • DUI
  • Simple Assault
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Harassment
  • Terroristic Threats
  • Recklessly Endangering Another Person
  • Resisting Arrest
  • Possession of an Instrument of a Crime
  • Prostitution

Required Forms in Texas

CleanSlate prepares all required documents for your Texas expunction or nondisclosure petition.

  • Petition for Expunction
  • Order for Expunction
  • Petition for Nondisclosure
  • Order for Nondisclosure
  • Supporting affidavits (if required)
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Texas Expungement FAQ

What’s the difference between expunction and nondisclosure?
Expunction deletes the record. Nondisclosure seals it from most background checks.

How long is the waiting period?
Waiting periods vary by offense type and whether the case was dismissed or resulted in deferred adjudication.

Can convictions be cleared?
Some convictions may qualify for nondisclosure. Expunction is generally for dismissed or not‑guilty cases.

Do I need fingerprints?
Some counties require them. CleanSlate provides guidance based on your case.