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Non-Disclosure Order

Houston Non-Disclosure Order Lawyer

Criminal background checks are becoming the norm in Texas. No matter what people choose to
do, a background check is often a requirement. Your criminal history may be scrutinized when
you try to obtain employment; rent or buy a home; try to get a loan; or even apply to college.
As such, for people who have criminal records, living a “normal” life can be quite difficult.
However, an order of non-disclosure can help immensely.

What is a Non-Disclosure Order?

Orders of non-disclosure can make it impossible for many private individuals and businesses to
view a person’s criminal record. While there are still some federal agencies that can have access
to the records, most common background checks won’t be able to detect anything.

Eligibility for an Order of Non-Disclosure

The main requirement for obtaining an order of non-disclosure is a defendant
must have completed deferred adjudication probation.

Benefits of Non-Disclosure

As stated above, under non-disclosure orders, there are some government and law enforcement
agencies that will still have access to criminal records. These include, but are not limited to,
agencies that regulate teachers and medical professionals; the Texas Alcohol
and Beverage Commission; and the Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulation.

However, for private individuals and businesses, criminal records that have been sealed by
non-disclosure will virtually disappear from background checks. In this way, people do
not have to admit that they were ever arrested for previous crimes.