The bill, H.B. No. 2507, proposes automatic orders of nondisclosure of criminal history record information for certain misdemeanor defendants who successfully complete a period of deferred adjudication community supervision. Key amendments include the addition of specific criteria for eligibility, such as the requirement that the individual must not have been previously convicted of another offense (excluding traffic offenses) and must have received a dismissal and discharge under Article 42A.111, Code of Criminal Procedure, on or after January 1, 1993. The bill also mandates that the department will electronically review records monthly to identify eligible individuals and notify the relevant court.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing legal language regarding the issuance of nondisclosure orders, removing the requirement for individuals to pay a fee for the issuance of such orders. It clarifies that individuals who are not entitled to an order solely due to an affirmative finding can still petition for nondisclosure under a different section if they meet other requirements. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2028.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 411.0716, Government Code 411.072, Government Code 411.0725 (Government Code 411)