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Collin County Expunction Lawyers

A criminal record can have consequences that follow a person for years, even if an arrest doesn’t lead to criminal charges or criminal charges are dismissed or result in a finding of not guilty. Fortunately, the law in Texas allows someone who has been arrested or charged with a crime but was not convicted of that crime to eliminate that arrest or charge from their record in a process known as expunction. Many people believe that it is possible to expunge a conviction, but that is not the case. In some cases, it is possible to effectively seal a record of conviction with an order of non-disclosure.

However, Texas law only permits expunction of an arrest record or a record of criminal charge that does not result in a finding of guilt (usually when the charge is dismissed, or the defendant is acquitted after trial); the law also permits expunction of a Class C misdemeanor (and only Class C misdemeanors) that results in a deferred adjudication after the defendant completes their community supervision.

If you successfully obtain an expunction of your arrest or criminal charge record, you may lawfully deny that you were arrested or charged for that crime or that you obtained an expunction order (except in rare circumstances). Many employers, schools, landlords, and banks ask you to disclose whether you have ever been arrested or charged with a crime. Therefore, obtaining an expunction can be a very powerful tool for clearing your name and avoiding the long-lasting negative consequences of an arrest record, especially since you were never convicted of a crime.

If you are seeking an expunction of your arrest or criminal charge record, contact the dedicated and experienced Collin County expunction attorneys of Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian to schedule a free consultation with a knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer from our firm. We can advise you as to your possible rights and options concerning expunction and discuss how our firm can provide you with the resources to successfully obtain an expunction of your record.

Do I Need an Expunction Lawyer?

Although it is not required to hire an attorney if you wish to petition to expunge your arrest or criminal trial records, having an experienced attorney on your side may increase the chances of successfully obtaining an expunction of your records. For example, an attorney can review the facts and circumstances of your case to determine whether you are even eligible to receive expunction of your records. An attorney can also help you draft and assemble your petition for expunction to ensure that no required information or documents are missing from your request. If you have legal representation, the court may not even require you to appear in court for the hearing on your petition, allowing your lawyer to appear in your place, which can be helpful if you no longer live in the area or cannot get time off from work.

In circumstances where the prosecutor can object or must consent to a petition for expunction, having an attorney may be crucial to obtain an expunction of your record successfully. A lawyer can craft and present a compelling and persuasive argument in favor of expunction, responding to the prosecutor’s arguments against expunction and addressing any concerns brought up by the court.

Why Choose Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian to Handle My Case?

If you are seeking an expunction of your arrest record or of criminal charges that were dismissed or that you were acquitted for, having dedicated, experienced legal representation on your side can make the expunction process much smoother and increase the chances of having your record successfully expunged. The criminal defense attorneys of Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian have earned our reputation of being the leading criminal defense law firm in Collin County. Not only are we the largest criminal defense law firm in Collin County, but we are also the only criminal defense law firm with two Criminal Law Board Certified partners. This means that our partners have obtained board certification, granted to only 1% of attorneys in Texas, by demonstrating and being tested on their substantial experience and knowledge in the area of criminal law.

As a result, Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian can offer you many resources as you pursue expunction of your record. When you hire us to help you through the expunction process, you receive the assistance of multiple experienced criminal defense attorneys who will collaborate to develop the most effective and persuasive strategy for your case. We provide experienced legal representation and will fight to have your criminal records expunged.

Types of Cases We Handle

The expunction attorneys of Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian have helped clients across Collin County seek an expunction of their arrest and trial records for many different kinds of criminal charges that do not result in a finding of guilt, including:

Our experienced expunction attorneys can review the circumstances of your case to advise you as to whether you are eligible for expunction. Contact us today to learn more about your rights and options and about how our firm can provide you with legal representation that can help you through the expunction process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Expunction

Under Texas law, you are eligible for expunction of an arrest or trial record for any charge that did not lead to a finding of guilt (such as a dismissal of the charges or an acquittal at trial), and for any class C misdemeanor that resulted in a sentence of deferred adjudication where you completed your community supervision. Juvenile offenses are also eligible for expunction if they were misdemeanors punishable by fine, offenses under the Alcohol Beverage Code, or a conviction for failure to attend school. In any other circumstances, your record is not eligible for expunction, but may be eligible for an order of non-disclosure.
Expunction involves filing a petition or application with the court in the county where you were arrested or charged. You must also pay a fee along with your petition (although you can request the fee be waived if you can prove you cannot afford the fee). The clerk of the court will schedule a hearing on your petition, where the court will review your case to determine if you are eligible for expunction and allow the prosecutor or other interested parties to object to your request if permitted by law.
No. The court will need to review your record to determine whether you are eligible for expunction under Texas law. Under certain circumstances, the prosecutor or other interested parties may be entitled to object to your expunction request, which will be given due consideration by the court.
No. In most circumstances, if a case is eligible for an order of non-disclosure, it is likely not eligible for expunction (for example, convictions may be eligible for an order of non-disclosure but do not qualify for expunction).
Generally speaking, there is a waiting period if you wish to seek an expunction of arrest or charging records for charges that were ultimately dismissed. The waiting period, measured from the date of arrest or date of the criminal incident, is two years for misdemeanors and three years for most felonies. The most severe felonies can have a longer waiting period before you can seek an expunction of that charge.
You are legally entitled to deny your arrest if you receive an expunction unless you are under oath in a court proceeding regarding the arrest. However, even if you are legally required to disclose your expunged record, you are also entitled to explain that the arrest or charges were expunged from your record.

Contact a Collin County Expunction Attorney

If you were arrested but no charges were filed against you, or you were charged with a crime but were found not guilty, you may be entitled to an expunction of your arrest and trial records. An expunction of your records can mean that you no longer have to deal with the consequences of an arrest or criminal charge record, which can impact your ability to seek employment, education, housing, and other necessities.

The Collin County expunction attorneys of Rosenthal Kalabus & Therrian are ready to help you determine if you are eligible to seek expunction and help you through the process of obtaining an expunction of your criminal records. Contact us today to speak with a knowledgeable expunction attorney who can advise you as to your rights and options as to expunction, and to learn more about how our firm can provide you with the assistance and resources you need to obtain an expunction of your record. Call (972) 369-0577 or contact us online for a free, confidential consultation.

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Jeremy Rosenthal has been such a blessing in my life. I was referred originally by a friend who had been in some legal trouble. Jeremy has made the entire process smooth and effortless. Im beyond grateful how Jeremy has kept everything updated and to make sure that I was informed as the process continued. Without Jeremy I would not be where I am in life today. That is just a simple fact. If you’re questioning whether to hire or look into Jeremy representing you I say ‘Do it!’ Thank you sincerely for all that you have done!

Inquired about assistance with a legal matter of which I was not very knowledgable in. Gonzalo Serrano reached out that very same day and immediately got to work, thoroughly explaining everything every step of the way. This process that seemed so overwhelming at first became the smoothest process ever. His ability to always provide same day callbacks to answer my many questions was definitely a huge plus!

I wanted to recognize Gonzalo Serrando for helping me get my case dismissed in the time frame required. I was really worried and scared at the beginning but once I talked to him and he explained the process I felt more are ease. I appreciate his hard work towards my case.

RKT is professional all around. Not only did they get my DWI dismissed, but they provided a level of comfort throughout the process that enabled me to remain calm. RKT is prompt, informative, and they make the most out of your retainer. They know the local law whether its Collin, Denton, or Dallas County.

I'm gona say in short Bo and the team at R K @T just take care of business like it should be done!!! Please don't do what I did and waste money and time with another firm. Do what I should have done in the first place call these men and women they will not disappoint. Best law office I've ever had the pleasure doing business with.

The service that has been provided by Rosenthal Kalabus Therrian team was exceptional, I greatly appreciated the hard work that Gonzalo Serrano assisted me with my case he was able to get my case dismissed and for that I am extremely grateful and I applaud the team.

I highly recommend Bo! He was woderful to work with - easy communication, no need to prompt for information, and abundance of information. I felt that he took the time to listen to me and then acted with utmost care and diligence.

Mr. Therrian fought long and hard for me. I am still in awe and a little dumbstruck at how successful he was. Prompt, responsive and professional.

I was worried and had aniexity through the roof because of my case. Then, I met Mr. Jeremy Rosenthal and his team and got reassured that I would be represented properly and heard.After meeting several lawyers, my instinct was with Jeremy Rosenthal and it was the best decision I could have made.Communication from his office was wonderful. And the outcome of the case was as expected. He handled the case with upmost professionalism and highly recommend Jeremy for your legal defense needs. He cares about his clients and goes above and beyond for them. Don't look any further and pick Jeremy and you will be happy you did!!!

This is my first offense but serious. I had no idea of the out come but, Ryan Kreck was very confident and would reassure me of the process. I honestly was not to worried after all he said that’s his job. Everything turned out just as he said it would in the end. He is friendly and on top of his game I would recommend him to anyone I care about and is in a situation where you need a attorney. Thank you again

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