By Graham Norris
Maybe. Whether you can have an assault charge sealed or expunged in Texas depends on how your case ended and the specific facts involved.
Not every assault charge qualifies, but in some situations, you may be able to clear or limit access to your criminal record.
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What Is the Difference Between Expunction and Record Sealing?
An expunction removes eligible records of an arrest or criminal case, while an order of nondisclosure (often called record sealing) limits who can see your criminal record.
These are different legal processes, and each has its own eligibility requirements.
Not Every Assault Case Qualifies
Whether you can have your record cleared depends on several factors, including:
- Whether your case was dismissed
- Whether you were found not guilty
- Whether you were convicted
- The type of assault charge involved
- Whether the case included a family violence finding
Some family violence convictions carry additional legal consequences that can affect your eligibility for certain forms of record relief.
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Text the FirmA Criminal Record Can Affect Your Future
Even a misdemeanor assault charge can have long-term consequences.
A criminal record may affect:
- Employment opportunities
- Housing applications
- Professional licensing
- Background checks
If you may qualify to have your record cleared or sealed, the benefits of an expunction can make a meaningful difference in your future.
An Attorney Can Review Your Options
Because Texas law has different rules for expunctions and record sealing, it is important to have your case reviewed by a criminal defense attorney.
An attorney can explain whether you may qualify and help you understand the filing process based on your individual circumstances.
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If you’ve been charged with assault in Texas and want to know whether your record can be sealed or expunged, contact Norris Legal Group today for a free consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your legal options, and help you pursue the best possible outcome for your future.
Graham Norris
Principal Attorney & Founder, Norris Legal Group PLLC
Graham Norris is an award-winning criminal defense attorney and former Tarrant County prosecutor with over a decade of courtroom experience. He has earned countless dismissals and not guilty verdicts on charges ranging from misdemeanor assault to felony murder. Graham has been recognized as a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 attorney, named a Texas Monthly Super Lawyers Rising Star, and selected as a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine.
Former Assistant District Attorney • Texas A&M School of Law Graduate • Member, National Order of Barristers
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