Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

Process to Seal a record

My son is on 1 year probation for having small amout marijuana. What is the process to get the record sealed, and when can the process begin?

Harris County, Texas


Asked on 12/31/05, 6:47 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Re: Process to Seal a record

If your son successfully completes a term of community supervision under Section 42.12 (deferred adjudication) he may petition the Court that placed him on the supervision for and Order of Nondisclosure. See Government Code Chapter 411.081

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Answered on 1/03/06, 12:49 pm

Re: Process to Seal a record

He took deferred adjudication correct? When did he begin probation? Which court (County/Civil and Court number)? Do you still have the paperwork?

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Answered on 1/02/06, 5:34 pm


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