Clearance Letter
Instrument Reference Number
HPDIVU1002
Areas of Interest
Inspection
Not Required
Renewal
Not Required
Plan Review
Not Required
Processing Time
1 to 5 business days
About
Effective October 1, 2021:The Identity Verification Unit will no longer provide Clearance Letters. All individuals needing documentation of any criminal history, or proof of no criminal history will be referred to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
For Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal History requests: https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records-service/crime-records-general-information
Conditions and Exceptions
Applicants for ARA Commercial Permitting and HPD Auto Dealers may not use this service. Please use the State authorized vendor for background checks.