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1. The Court deferred adjudication of my guilt and placed me on probation and my probation has since been terminated. Is this record available to potential employers, etc?

Yes - the District Clerk will always have a record of the action taken on your case (cause), even in instances of deferred adjudication. Article 42.12, section 5(f), Code of Criminal Procedure specifically states that a record in the custody of the District Clerk regarding a case (cause) in which a person is granted deferred adjudication is not confidential.

2. How can I file for a Petition of Non-Disclosure of my deferred adjudication?

Unfortunately, our office is unable to provide legal advice regarding non-disclosure for deferred adjudicated. However, the specific page providing information and forms to non-disclosure for deferred adjudication on the Office of Court Administration page can be found here: Texas Courts Rules - Forms

3. Where do I go to file charges against someone who has committed a crime?

If you have been a victim of a criminal offense, you should contact the nearest local law enforcement agency to conduct the investigation and file the appropriate criminal charges through the District Attorney’s Office.

4. I was a victim of a criminal offense. Where can I go to get information or assistance concerning the status or outcome of the case (cause)?

If the case (cause) has been filed with the District Clerk’s office you may contact us at (830) 774-7539. If the case (cause) has not been filed with the District Clerk’s office, please contact the District Attorney’s Office at (830) 774-7562.

5. How do I expunge my criminal case (cause)?

Since we are unable to provide legal assistance, you should review the Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, relating to expunctions or seek counsel from a licensed attorney, please review CR.55.pdf

6. How does a government agency get copies of criminal records?

A government agency may obtain the most efficient service by faxing a request on the agency’s official letterhead to (830) 774-7643. If not already displayed on your letterhead, please include a return mailing address and contact person to address returned service. Also, please let us know if your needs require a mailed certified copy or whether a faxed copy is sufficient. You may also obtain this information by writing on your official letterhead to Val Verde County District Clerk, Attn: Criminal Department, P.O. Box 1544, Del Rio, Texas 78841. In fulfilling all requests, please include the defendant’s name(s), case (cause) number(s) and item(s) you want returned. (e.g. case(cause) #1234567 - Certified Copy of Judgment and Sentence).