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INFORMATION
Sealing Your Record in Bexar County
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Why Should I Seal My Record?
Sealing your criminal record provides a fresh start by removing past mistakes from public view, opening up opportunities for employment, housing, education, and more. It restores your reputation, dignity, and confidence, enabling you to pursue your goals without the limitations of your past.
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What Options Are There?
In Texas, individuals with eligible criminal records have three main options: Expunction completely erases records for dismissed charges, acquittals, or pardoned offenses. Order of Non-Disclosure seals records for completed deferred adjudication probation, limiting access by most except certain government agencies. Governor's Pardon, though rare, provides formal forgiveness for convictions, potentially restoring lost civil rights.
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How Do I Know If I Qualify?
Determining if you are eligible to have your record sealed requires a detailed review of your record. You can find most general answers in our FAQ section below, but each case requires a detailed review by an attorney. We provide free reviews of your record to determine if you are eligible.
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How Long Does it Take?
Generally, from start to finish it can take three to four months to seal your record. The process involves filing the petition, serving all the agencies that have touched your record, having a hearing in court, and then serving the agencies again with the final order.
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How Do I Make Sure its Done Right?
To ensure your record sealing or expunction is done correctly, it's crucial to pick the right firm. Our attorney is Board Certified expert in criminal law with 14 years of experience. We guarantee thorough evaluation, meticulous filing, and dedicated advocacy, ensuring your case is handled with precision and care every step of the way.
APPROACH
How we work
Unlike other firms processing cases nationwide, we practice exclusively in local courts in the San Antonio, Hill Country, and South Texas. Your case will be managed by a board-certified criminal defense attorney with over a decade experience, not a "expunction mill" with fresh out of law school associates. Many other websites just provide DIY forms, which can create more problems then they solve. Rely on our local expertise for optimal results.
ABOUT
About Our Business
San Antonio Expunction Attorneys is your premier destination for expert expunction and record sealing legal representation in San Antonio, Texas and the surrounding communities. Led by Attorney Brad Thornton, a seasoned legal professional with over 14 years of experience and board certification in criminal law, our firm is dedicated to helping individuals achieve a fresh start by clearing their criminal records with precision and care.
While it may be tempting to attempt record sealing on your own or use a national service, hiring our firm offers distinct advantages. With our specialized expertise and focus on the local communities we serve, we provide personalized attention and tailored strategies to ensure the best possible outcome for your case. We navigate the intricacies of Texas law with confidence, leaving no detail overlooked in the pursuit of sealing your record effectively.
Attempting to handle record sealing without proper legal guidance can be risky and may result in costly mistakes or delays. National services may lack the knowledge of the procedures of local courts and personalized approach necessary to address your unique circumstances effectively. By choosing our firm, you can trust that your case will be handled with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to achieving the best results for you. Let us handle the process with skill and dedication, ensuring that your record is sealed properly and your future remains bright.
BENEFITS
Why Choose Us
We Are Local
We practice exclusively in the San Antonio area so we know the local courts and understand the best practices to ensure smooth and accurate results.
We Are Experienced
Your case will be handled by a Board-Certified attorney with over a decade experience in criminal law. We don't pawn off your matter to an associate.
We Guarantee Our Work
If you hire us to do an expunction or non-disclosure, we accept your case, and the motion is denied, we will give you your money back, guaranteed.
I gave Brad Thornton a 5 Star Rating because I was treated as a 5 star client. From Day 1, Mr. Thornton took my case and ran with it. He is compassionate, understanding and a go getter.
J. Salinas
Very knowledgeable, easy to understand, and straight to the point. Feels like I’ve known him and had him as my attorney all my life. 10/10 would recommend to anyone.
J. Musick
Brad is a great lawyer and even better person I appreciate his services and dedication to my case , I would recommend him to anyone.
C. Robbins
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying
FAQ
Your questions, answered
Request an Eligibility Review
We are happy to review your case and determine if we think you may be eligible for an expunction or an order of non-disclosure.
If we determine you are not eligible, you will receive an e-mail.
If we believe you may be eligible, we will call to obtain more information and discuss our services.
Before completing the form, please review the FAQ section to see if you might be eligible.
If you do not have information requested, you MUST obtain it before we can give you an opinion of your eligibility. Please see the list of counties below for the best way to obtain this information.
Atascosa County (Pleasanton)
public.lgsonlinesolutions.com/ors.html (Felonies Only)
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-769-3011
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-767-2511
Bexar County (San Antonio)
District Clerk (Felonies): 210-335-2113
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 210-335-2216
Comal County (New Braunfels)
http://public.co.comal.tx.us/default.aspx
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-221-1250
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-221-1230
Frio County (Pearsall)
Online Records Not Available
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-334-8073
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-334-8073
Guadalupe County (Seguin)
https://portal-txguadalupe.tylertech.cloud/PublicAccess/default.aspx
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-303-8877
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-303-8861
Karnes County (Karnes City)
Online Records Not Available
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-780-2562
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-780-3938
Kendall County (Boerne)
Online Records Not Available
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-249-9343
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-249-9343
Medina County (Hondo)
https://portal-txmedina.tylertech.cloud/PublicAccess/default.aspx
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-741-6070
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-741-6040
Wilson County (Floresville)
Online Records Not Available
District Clerk (Felonies): 830-393-7322
County Clerk (Misdemeanors): 830-393-7308
