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SB 433

Relating to the expunction of records and files related to certain conduct or offenses committed by a child.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Borris Miles

Texas bill SB 433 expands juvenile record expunction eligibility, allowing minors to seal criminal records after rehabilitation to improve post-offense opportunities.

Referred to Criminal Justice
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Bill Summary · SB 433

Legislative bill overview

SB 433 expands the ability of minors to have their criminal records expunged (sealed/erased from public access) for certain offenses. The bill allows children who have completed rehabilitation or met specific conditions to petition for record expunction, removing barriers to employment, education, and housing applications later in life.

Why is this important

Juvenile criminal records can permanently limit opportunities for minors who committed offenses, even after they've rehabilitated. Expanding expunction eligibility helps young people reintegrate into society without lifelong stigma, while potentially reducing recidivism by improving employment prospects and reducing collateral consequences of youth offenses.

Potential points of contention

  • Public safety concerns: Critics may argue that expunging records limits transparency for employers, schools, and the public in assessing risk from individuals with violent or serious offense histories
  • Victim impact: Expunction advocates for offenders versus the interests of crime victims and their access to information about offenders who harmed them
  • Implementation costs: Courts and law enforcement require resources to process, manage, and properly seal records across multiple agencies and databases

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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