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Old Arrest on Record

Texas Courts · CCP Ch. 55

Situation — How This Comes Up

I have an old arrest on my record that’s hurting my career.

What You Need to Know First

An arrest that did not result in a conviction may be eligible for expunction — meaning it is destroyed, not just sealed. The distinction matters enormously.

Full Analysis

Texas expunction and nondisclosure orders can remove or seal qualifying arrests and convictions from public records. Eligibility depends on the charge, disposition, and waiting period.

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