This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Record Sealing After Dismissal You may be able to petition to have your record sealed after the charges were dropped. If granted, most background checks will no longer show the arrest or criminal charges. This can open up more opportunities and clear your name. However, not all charges may be eligible for expungement.
When writing, avoid simply describing the defendant in terms like “he is loyal.” Instead, tell a story about his loyalty, or how he has been an upstanding member of the community. A story will stand out in the judge's mind more than adjectives will, making your letter more effective.
I am writing to formally request the expungement of my criminal conviction from YEAR for OFFENSE. I fully take responsibility for my past mistakes and deeply regret the impact they caused on others and my life.
Charges that have been dismissed cannot have record expunged, because the statute of limitations on those charges have not yet expired. under certain circumstances. There are several offenses for which there is not a statute of limitations.
You cannot expunge a conviction for the following crimes: Driving under the influence, Driving while intoxicated (Including 2nd or 3rd DWI), Murder, Indecency with a child, Sexual assault, Kidnapping, Aggravated robbery, Criminal solicitation,
However, Texas law now allows for some dismissed cases to be expunged early. Misdemeanors may now be granted as early as six months after dismissal if the prosecuting authority agrees to the early expunction.
Instructions for writing the letters: Introduction: Write the date. First Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): Introduce yourself to the judge. Second Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences): What are the positive character traits of the person who is trying to clear their record? ... Third Paragraph (write 3-5 sentences). Closing: