H.B. No. 2328 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance the procedures for the expunction of arrest records and files. Key changes include the addition of new requirements for individuals seeking expunction, such as providing specific information in their petitions, including their full name, date of birth, and details about the arrest. The bill also introduces a $25 fee for each official or agency that cannot receive electronic transmissions of expunction orders, while ensuring that the clerk of the court cannot charge for electronic transmissions to those that can receive them. Additionally, the bill mandates that the court set a hearing on expunction petitions no earlier than 30 days after filing and requires notification to relevant agencies.

The bill further clarifies the responsibilities of the court and the Department of Public Safety regarding the handling of expunction orders, including the requirement to notify central federal depositories of criminal records. It also establishes that the clerk of the court must maintain expunction orders confidentially and only provide copies to the individuals subject to the orders. The legislation repeals certain provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure and specifies that the new amendments will apply only to petitions or applications filed after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.