This article provides general information about nondisclosure orders in Texas, including the different types. It lists the nondisclosure order statutes.The process to restrict your records depends on the date of your arrest and which agency or prosecuting attorney processed your case. Not all persons with criminal records are entitled to file a petition for an order of nondisclosure. You are entitled to file a petition only if six specified. Pursuant to the inherent powers of the Court and Article VI, Section IX, Paragraph I of the. 1 st time misdemeanor convictions are eligible for sealing under the new law but they are not eligible for automatic sealing. How soon after a person is arrested is their first court hearing? A person's first court hearing is typically held within 24 hours to 48 hours after arrest. (2) Felony trials, jury or nonjury, resulting in a guilty verdict.