Wow, that must be a state thing. It seems to me I knew someone who
got a record expunged after a federal conviction. I figured you
wouldn't fall for the "prison time" thing. But, I had to try.
However, I doubt that it would keep you out of a job. However,
failing to disclose it will.

On 11/02/09, Casey wrote:
> Hi Steve,
> Unfortunately, you can not expunge a record where probation or
> deferred adjudication was given. A record can only be diclosed
> in cases like this, however the SBEC will still be able to veiw
> the criminal history. I've completed my probation over 15 years
> ago and have not gotten in any addtional trouble, so there's no
> possible way I will have to do a mandatory prison sentence.
>
> Thanks for your responce.
>
> On 11/02/09, EasTexSteve wrote:
>> Why didn't you have it expunged? Now, you will have to do a
>> mandatory five years in prison before they let you teach.
>>
>> On 11/01/09, Casey wrote:
>>> Hello, I am currently in a ACP program attempting to be
>>> certified in Texas as a 4th - 8th grade Generalist. I just
>>> found out about the fingerprinting law and criminal
>>> background checks. In Texas, in addition to being
>>> certified, you also have to observe teachers in a classroom
>>> for 30 hrs. Initially, I've had to fill out applications to
>>> be an observer in the classroom and I have passed all
>>> background checks (after checking NO to all the crininal
>>> information questions). I recieved a misdemeanor class B in
>>> 1994 for theft when I was 17 yrs old. I was given deffered
>>> adjudication, after 3 months of probation. Teaching is my
>>> passion and I'm finally pursuing my dream after a long
>>> carrer in HR. I was wondering if I am waiting my time
>>> pursuing a career change as a teacher? Could this
>>> misdemeanor affect prevent me from getting certified
>>> and /or obtaining a teaching position?

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