Expunging a Class C Misdemeanor in Texas
In Texas, a Class C misdemeanor is the least severe level of criminal offense – but it is still a criminal charge. Unlike higher misdemeanors or felonies, Class C offenses are punishable by fine only (up to $500) and carry no jail time. Common examples include minor infractions and petty offenses such as: Even though […]
Read MoreOpposing Texas SB 2320: Protecting First-Time Offenders’ Second Chance in Houston
Texas Senate Bill 2320 (SB 2320) is a proposed law that would dramatically increase penalties for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offenses. As a Houston criminal defense firm serving Harris and surrounding counties, The Napier Law Firm strongly opposes this bill. SB 2320’s harsh measures threaten to punish first-time offenders excessively, undermining the spirit of second […]
Read MoreA Complete Guide to Criminal Record Nondisclosure in Texas?
If you have a criminal record in Texas, it doesn’t always have to follow you forever. Texas law allows many individuals – especially those who received deferred adjudication – to seal their criminal records through an Order of Nondisclosure. This process, often called criminal record sealing, can be life-changing for people looking to move forward […]
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