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CRT-ACR-102Legal-aid form

Petition for Expunction of Criminal Records (Charges Not Filed)

Texas · TexasLawHelp.org

This form is used to ask a district court to officially remove (expunge) certain criminal records and files related to an arrest when no formal charges were filed. It asks the person filing to provide detailed personal information and records of the arrests.

The court describes it as: Use form to ask district court to remove (“expunge”) information in a criminal history report. Review form for details.

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This form is used when a person wants the court to remove records from their criminal history that resulted from an arrest, but where no charges were ever formally filed against them.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What is the purpose of this form?
This form asks the court to order the removal of criminal records and files that came from an arrest, specifically when no charges were filed. This is done under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 55A.
What information do I need to provide?
You must provide your full legal name, date of birth, and detailed information about each arrest, including the date, arresting agency, and the type of charge.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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