Taking the Steps to Clear Your Name
If you have had a case dismissed, you may be surprised or disappointed to discover that you still have a criminal record that can cause you problems for years to come. When you want to get a job, get a loan or even get a new place to live, your potential landlord, lender or boss will see that you had been arrested.
This is where an expunction or a petition for non-disclosure can be useful for you.
I am Dave Howard, Attorney at Law and I can work to help you clear your name. Whether you need to protect your professional future, or you simply want to make sure that your record isn't tarnished by an unfair or dismissed accusation, I will fully explore your options. I have been helping clients in Williamson County, including Round Rock and throughout Central Texas for more than 15 years, and I can help you.
Know Your Rights and Your Options
As you fill out an application for employment or a loan, you will almost certainly see a question about your criminal record. You are often required by law to indicate whether you have been arrested or convicted of a crime.
I will help you legally answer no to those questions.
- Expunction — Texas citizens who have been arrested for a crime can file for an expunction if their case has been dismissed or they have been found not-guilty. Without an expunction your criminal record will still reflect an arrest.
- Petition for Non-Disclosure — Non-disclosures are broader than an expunction, and are available to citizens who may have received probation with no judgment of guilt. While a non-disclosure will still be visible to law enforcement, your record is hidden from potential employers or lenders.
Working with a lawyer, you may have a legal option to clear your record and protect your name. I can sit down with you, review you criminal record and provide clear guidance on what options are available.
Find Out if You Are Eligible
Call my Round Rock office today at 512-218-7999 or contact me online to schedule a free consultation. Let my office help you clear your record.
