Bill > HB2447

This bill modifies Texas law to allow certain individuals who committed felony offenses before age 25 to petition for a nondisclosure order (effectively sealing their criminal record) after 15 years. Specifically, the bill applies to people convicted of a felony (excluding first-degree felonies) when they were younger than 25 and who have completed their entire sentence, including confinement, community supervision, and payment of all fines and restitution. To be eligible, the person must have never been previously convicted of or placed on deferred adjudication for another felony. The court must determine that issuing the nondisclosure order is in the best interest of justice after providing notice to the state and holding a hearing. If granted, the order would prohibit criminal justice agencies from publicly disclosing the person's criminal history related to that specific offense. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to provide a pathway for youthful offenders to potentially clear their criminal records after demonstrating rehabilitation and meeting specific criteria.

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