How to Clear Your
Criminal Record in Texas

With careful attention to detail and legal precision, your record can be cleared — but only if it’s done right.


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How to Clear Your Criminal Record in Texas

1. Confirm Eligibility

Determine whether your case qualifies for an expunction or an order of nondisclosure. Eligibility depends on the outcome, waiting period, and the type of offense.

Expungement FAQ Visit our FAQ page to see if you qualify →
2. Complete Your Petition

Use the correct Texas statute, include exact identifiers (cause number, arrest date, agency), and list every entity to be served. Our professionally drafted forms make it easier to get the details right the first time.

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3. E-File Your Petition

Texas courts require e-filing in most cases. One formatting, service, or signature error can trigger a rejection — sometimes without notice. Watch this step-by-step guide before you submit.

How to E-File in Texas Watch the Texas e-Filing Tutorial →
4. Serve the Required Agencies

After filing, serve all required entities — including the Texas DPS, District Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, and the Office of Court Administration. Missing even one agency can delay or invalidate your order.

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1. Confirm Eligibility
Determine whether your case qualifies for an expunction or an order of nondisclosure. Eligibility depends on the outcome, waiting period, and the type of offense.
Expungement FAQ Visit our FAQ page to see if you qualify →
2. Complete Your Petition
Use the correct Texas statute, include exact identifiers (cause number, arrest date, agency), and list every entity to be served. Our professionally drafted forms make it easier to get the details right the first time.
Shop DIY Expungement Forms Browse Expungement & Nondisclosure Forms →
3. E-File Your Petition
Texas courts require e-filing in most cases. One formatting, service, or signature error can trigger a rejection — sometimes without notice. Watch this step-by-step guide before you submit:
How to E-File in Texas Watch the Texas e-Filing Tutorial →
4. Serve the Required Agencies
After filing, serve all required entities — including the Texas DPS, District Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, and the Office of Court Administration. Missing even one agency can delay or invalidate your order.
Service List Free Download Download the Free Texas Service List →

Every Mistake Adds Months

  • When filed correctly, most expungements are signed by a judge within 60–90 days, and agencies clear their records within another two months.
  • One missed agency, incorrect form, or rejected filing can double — or even triple that timeline.
  • Mistakes also mean refiling fees, delays in clearance, and additional costs.

Trying to clear your record yourself could cost you thousands in lost opportunities — some opportunities you may never have again. Don’t take that risk. Call the Texas Record Clearing experts at Wyde & Associates now for a Free Record Clearing Eligibility Check.

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