Bexar County Expungement Attorneys (San Antonio)

Reviewed: May 28, 2026

Quick answer: San Antonio & Bexar County Expungement in Texas

San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and Bexar County is one of Texas's most-populated counties. Expunction petitions under Article 55 and non-disclosure petitions under Government Code Chapter 411 are filed with the Bexar County District Clerk. Bexar County has multiple criminal district courts and an active DA's office that reviews petitions. Getting all respondents correctly served is essential to a successful outcome. Key points: Petitions filed with Bexar County District Clerk (Paul Elizondo Tower, 101 W. Nueva, San Antonio) Serve the Bexar County DA, SAPD, Bexar County Sheriff, DPS, and all required agencies Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid (TRLA) serves income-qualifying San Antonio and Bexar County residents

At a glance

✓ Petitions filed with Bexar County District Clerk (Paul Elizondo Tower, 101 W. Nueva, San Antonio)
✓ Serve the Bexar County DA, SAPD, Bexar County Sheriff, DPS, and all required agencies
✓ Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid (TRLA) serves income-qualifying San Antonio and Bexar County residents
✓ Specialty court completions (Veterans Court, STAR Drug Court) may create expunction eligibility
✓ Timeline: 4–6 months for an uncontested expunction petition

Important: This page provides general legal information about expungement and record sealing laws. It is not legal advice for your specific situation. Eligibility rules vary by state, county, and individual circumstances. Always consult a licensed attorney before taking any legal action.

Filing in Bexar County District Court

Expunction and non-disclosure petitions in Bexar County are filed with the Bexar County District Clerk at the Paul Elizondo Tower, 101 W. Nueva, San Antonio. The petition is generally assigned to the criminal district court that handled the original case. Required respondents include the Bexar County DA, San Antonio Police Department (SAPD), Bexar County Sheriff's Office, Texas Department of Public Safety, and all other agencies named in the petition.

San Antonio has a large number of cases that go through specialty courts including the Bexar County Veterans Treatment Court, the STAR Drug Court, and the Bexar County Mental Health Court. If your case was handled through one of these programs, confirm with an attorney whether the disposition creates expunction or non-disclosure eligibility.

Non-disclosure for deferred adjudication in Bexar County

Deferred adjudication community supervision is widely used in Bexar County. Upon successful completion and discharge, the defendant may petition for non-disclosure under Government Code Chapter 411 to seal the arrest record from most background checks. For first-time misdemeanor deferred adjudications, § 411.072 provides automatic non-disclosure after two years from discharge — no court petition needed.

For deferred adjudication felonies, a petition must be filed in the criminal district court that imposed the sentence. The standard waiting period is 5 years from discharge of community supervision. Excluded offenses under Chapter 411 include family violence, sex offenses, murder, trafficking, and other enumerated crimes.

Free help in San Antonio and Bexar County

Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid (TRLA) is the largest provider of free civil legal services in South Texas, with an office in San Antonio serving income-qualifying Bexar County residents. Lone Star Legal Aid covers portions of the greater San Antonio region. The San Antonio Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Service connects residents with attorneys at reduced-fee initial consultations.

Statutes cited

Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 55 (Expunction of criminal records) — Tex. Code Crim. Proc. Art. 55
Texas Government Code § 411.071–.0731 (Orders of Non-Disclosure) — Tex. Gov't Code § 411.071–.0731

Frequently asked questions

How long does expunction take in Bexar County?

Most uncontested Bexar County expunction petitions resolve in 4 to 6 months from filing. The court requires at least 30 days after all respondents are served before holding a hearing. Accurate service on every required agency is the most common source of delay.

Can I expunge an arrest that was dismissed in San Antonio?

Yes — an arrest that resulted in a dismissal, no-billed grand jury result, acquittal, or conviction subsequently reversed is generally eligible for expunction under Article 55. You file the petition in the Bexar County District Court that handled the case.

What is the Veterans Treatment Court pathway in Bexar County?

Bexar County's Veterans Treatment Court handles cases where military service played a role in the offense. Successful completions typically result in dismissal of charges, which may create expunction eligibility under Article 55. An attorney can confirm whether your VTC outcome meets the expunction standard.

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