My son has been arrested for shoplifting.

Will a conviction automatically be sealed at age 18?

No. It will be necessary to apply to the court to have it sealed.  If he gets another violation in the meantime, it will likely not be sealed.  It is best you contest the shoplifting charge by contacting an attorney.  If he is clearly guilty, it helps if the adjudication is withheld so that at later date it may be dismissed upon completion of community service or other conditions ordered by the court.

Contact a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney from our firm as soon as possible if you have been arrested or are under investigation.

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