Unfortunately, yes – and in some cases, it can be complicated. When you are eligible for expunction depends on the manner in which your case was disposed and whether it was a misdemeanor or a felony. For example, if you were acquitted by a jury, there is no waiting period. Likewise, if your case was dismissed after successfully completing a diversion program in Tarrant County, you may also be eligible for an expunction right away. However, if your case was never filed, the waiting period can range anywhere from 180 days from the date of arrest to up to three years from the date of arrest. Your best bet is to contact a Fort Worth expunction attorney to figure out how long you must wait before you are expunction eligible. The attorney will need to find out the circumstances of your case, as well as date of your offense, the date the case was filed and the date of dismissal, to accurately calculate your waiting period.