Being arrested and charged with a criminal offense can majorly impact all areas of your life, affecting your credibility and reputation. Even if the charges are dropped, and you are released from jail, the public record of your arrest still exists. This can influence potential employers in their hiring decisions or prompt your current employer to reconsider your employment. In El Paso, TX, you can petition for expunction or non-disclosure to help remove a criminal charge from your record.
At The Law Office of Abrar & Vergara in El Paso, TX, attorneys Arif Abrar and Linzui Vergara represent clients throughout the region seeking to clear their criminal records through expungement. Arif Abrar and Linzui Vergara are highly respected criminal defense attorneys who can guide you through the expunction or non-disclosure process. To learn more about how we can help you obtain your arrest record and petition to have it expunged or sealed, contact The Law Office of Abrar & Vergara to schedule a free initial consultation.
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In El Paso, you might qualify for an expunction or non-disclosure if your criminal case was dismissed or if you completed a Deferred Disposition or pretrial diversion program. Those who are found not guilty at trial can also have their records expunged.
No, once a record is properly expunged in El Paso, the police cannot access it. However, if the expungement process is not done correctly, the charges might still show up on police records. This can lead to unnecessary or prolonged detentions, so it's essential to have a knowledgeable attorney handle your expungement.
Felonies will stay on your criminal record in Texas permanently, even if the charges are dismissed. The only way to remove a felony from your record in El Paso is through an expunction.
Your criminal charges must be dismissed to qualify for an expunction in El Paso. Class C misdemeanors have a 180-day waiting period, while Class B and Class A misdemeanors require a one-year wait. Felonies have a three-year waiting period. In some cases, the Statute of Limitations must expire before an expungement can occur. However, there is no waiting period for criminal acquittals.
Convictions and cases resolved through Deferred Adjudication or community supervision probation generally cannot be expunged in El Paso, though some might qualify for record sealing with a non-disclosure order. Certain serious felonies, like murder, which have no Statute of Limitations, also cannot be expunged depending on the case details and reasons for dismissal.
Simply stated, we just want to thank you and your staff for all of your efforts, guidance and peace of mind provided to us and our families. Thank you so much for assisting us with the utmost professionalism, personalized service and the hands-on approach to our needs. I know we don't have a "retainer" relationship (yet) but I certainly speak to others about your firm as if we did. Please be certain that we will consider your firm in all of our legal matters moving forward. Once, again thank you so much!
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Clearing your criminal record through an expunction or a non-disclosure can significantly improve your future opportunities and peace of mind. Having a clean record can make a big difference when applying for jobs, housing, or loans, and it can help you move forward without the burden of past mistakes holding you back. At The Law Office of Abrar & Vergara in El Paso, we understand the complexities of either process and are dedicated to helping you achieve a fresh start.
If you believe you may qualify for expunction or non-disclosure or have questions about clearing your criminal record, don't hesitate to reach out. Our experienced attorneys, Arif Abrar and Linzui Vergara, are here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you have the best chance of success. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn more about how we can help you confidently move forward. We proudly serve clients throughout New Mexico, El Paso, and the Odessa-Midland metropolitan areas.
