[kplucker]

I am a 40 year old Mom who has decided to go to college and get my Nursing degree. Unfortunately, I have an old Theft/Criminal Damage charge from my early 20's in another state. One charge, nothing since. Will this be a problem getting my license? I don't want to spend the next 3 years in college for nothing.....

[Silverdragon102]

Questions we seem to be encountering more and more often have to do with the effects of a criminal history on nursing licensure:
Is it possible to become licensed as a nurse if you have a criminal history and if so, can I get a job?
Is it possible to become licensed as a nurse if you have a MIP, DUI, or other related charges?
What happens if you are charged or convicted of a crime after licensure?
Can I go to nursing school and/or be licensed/be employed if my record has been sealed or expunged?
Will I be able to go to nursing school with a criminal record?
What can happen if I receive a MIP/DUI/DWI or other charge while still in school?
These are questions that the members of allnurses.com cannot answer. The only reliable source of information is your State Board of Nursing.