The council is authorized to obtain information from the Texas Department of Public Safety or the Federal Bureau of Investigation about a conviction or deferred adjudication that relates to an applicant seeking licensure. The council is authorized to obtain a criminal history record from any law enforcement agency. The criminal history record information received under this section is for the exclusive use of the council and is privileged and confidential. The criminal history record information shall not be released or otherwise disclosed to any person or agency except on court order or with the written consent of the applicant.