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Nov 03, 2009 09:58 PM

Can I get licensed with a misdemeanor of shoplifting?


I know that no one can tell me a definite answer because the BON looks at each case individually, but I was wondering if anyone can tell me some of their experiences. I got arrested when I was 17 for a misdemeanor charge of shoplifting (I know, very stupid), anyway, I just had to pay a fine. I live in Georgia and you are considered an adult at the age of 17 in GA, so this is still on my record now. I am currently in school to become an LPN, but I hope to continue school after this to become an RN. I was wondering if this misdemeanor charge would fall under moral turptitude or something. I am worried that after all of this hard work, I will not be able to obtain my license. Can anyone tell me anything that you know about it??? Thank you all in advance!!


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from Bug Out
Old Nov 07, 2009, 06:40 AM

Default Re: Can I get licensed with a misdemeanor of shoplifting?
I would say that would fall under the no no crimes but being 5 years out I do not know.

Theft is a problem since you will be in a direct position to steal from your pts, you will be responsible for safeguarding their valuables but each case is based upon it's own merits.

I would say I would rather have a DUI than a shop lifting charge....
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from tokyoROSE
Old Nov 09, 2009, 08:47 PM

Default Re: Can I get licensed with a misdemeanor of shoplifting?
Go review the nursing school criminal background history that you are thinking of attending. They will tell you what convictions they look for an a background check. I know on our policy, most crimes have a time frame of 7 years for it to count. And if I were you, I'd contact a lawyer and see if those records can be expunged.
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