What can I do if I had a marijuana charge that was deferred adjudication 35 years ago but I still have it showing on my record?

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What can I do if I had a marijuana charge that was deferred adjudication 35 years ago but I still have it showing on my record?

This is keeping me from getting a job.

Asked on January 4, 2016 under Criminal Law, Texas

Answers:

B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

You can make an application for an order of non-disclosure.  It's similar to an expunction.  An expunction takes a charge off of our record completely.  An order of non-disclosure is similar... except that it's still on your record for law enforcement to see... but the general public and public employers will not be able to see it or use it against you.  If you attempt to work for a government agencies, then they may be able to see the information.  So.. not quite as wonderful as an expuction, but it will get you close enough to where you need to be so that you can get a job. 


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