Clear Your Record the Right Way

Setra Law Firm, PC handles expungement and record sealing cases throughout San Antonio with attention to eligibility and court compliance.

Your criminal record can follow you through background checks, employment applications, housing decisions, and professional licensing in San Antonio and beyond. Even if charges were dismissed or you were acquitted, the arrest or case record may still appear unless you take legal action to remove or seal it under Texas law.

Expunction permanently erases eligible records from public and government systems, while nondisclosure seals records from most employers and landlords but allows certain state agencies to access them. Eligibility depends on the outcome of your case, the offense type, waiting periods, and whether you have other convictions on your record. Setra Law Firm, PC evaluates your case history, prepares and files the petition with the court in San Antonio, and represents you during the hearing to ensure every requirement under Texas law is met.

If you need to know whether your record qualifies for removal or sealing in San Antonio, contact Setra Law Firm, PC to begin a legal review.

What Changes After Your Record Is Cleared

Once your petition is granted, the arrest and court case no longer appear on most public background checks run by employers, landlords, or licensing boards in San Antonio. You can lawfully deny the arrest or charge in most employment and housing applications, and government agencies that still have access are restricted from disclosing the sealed information in most situations.

Expunction offers the strongest form of relief because it orders law enforcement, prosecutors, and courts to destroy records entirely. Nondisclosure leaves the record intact but hidden from the public, which still provides meaningful protection for job seekers and applicants in licensed professions.

Setra Law Firm, PC handles the preparation, filing, service of notice to all relevant agencies, and court representation required to obtain the order. The process includes verifying your eligibility based on disposition, offense classification, and statutory waiting periods before submitting anything to the court.

Many people in San Antonio are unsure whether their case qualifies or what steps are involved, so these answers address the most common concerns before you move forward.

Questions About Eligibility and Process

Expunction erases the record completely from all systems, while nondisclosure seals it from public view but allows certain agencies to access it. Your eligibility depends on case outcome, offense type, and prior criminal history.
What is the difference between expunction and nondisclosure?
Most petitions take between three and six months from filing to final order, depending on court scheduling, notice requirements, and whether the district attorney or other agencies contest the petition.
How long does the process take in San Antonio?
You receive a written order explaining the denial, and depending on the reason, you may be able to correct the issue and refile. Setra Law Firm, PC reviews denial grounds and advises on next steps.
What happens if my petition is denied?
Why does employment background screening still matter after dismissal?
Dismissed charges still appear on criminal history reports unless expunged or sealed. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards in San Antonio often review arrest records even when no conviction resulted.
Bring case numbers, disposition paperwork, and any court documents related to the arrest or charge. If you do not have copies, Setra Law Firm, PC can request records during the case review.
What documents do I need to bring for a consultation?

Setra Law Firm, PC has handled numerous expunction and sealing cases resulting in record relief for clients across San Antonio. If you want to move forward with clearing your record, reach out to discuss your case and eligibility under Texas law.