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In 2011 I got a Misdeamnor identity charge in VA... I lied to an officer and told them I was my sister because I didn't have my license. In the VA you can not get your record expunged will I ever be able to be a RN!!! Some body please give me some motivation..

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

Short answer: it's possible to become a RN with a criminal history.

Long answer: it's far from easy, nor is it guaranteed. It will be a long and frustrating process. Be prepared to jump through a LOT of hoops--and jump through them cheerfully--with nursing schools and the BON.

So it depends on how much you want to do this.

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Specializes in Med/surg, Tele, educator, FNP.

I know a RN who got there RN license 3 years after completing school for a DUI that he got 5 years prior. It can be done but it will take long I think.

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Wait... You mean you were pulled over and you didn't have the right to drive or you left your license at home?

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Specializes in Med/surg, Tele, educator, FNP.
Wait... You mean you were pulled over and you didn't have the right to drive or you left your license at home?

I knew a nurse who was intoxicated while driving and got a felony DUI before the where a RN.

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I'm having trouble understanding your post as well. We'd all like to help, but the story is a little confusing. It sounds as if you were caught driving while either your license was suspended or you didn't have one the first place? You said you were your sister, did you have her license and presented it to the officer, or did give your sister's name and say you left it at home? I'm trying to figure this out to try to help, but as I said, I'm not sure I understand the story.

It's not very often that AN gets questions about misrepresentation of identity and maybe you're not comfortable putting all the info out here (understandable). We'd love to help but honestly I haven't seen too identity situations. I believe your best bet would be to get a consult with an attorney who specializes in nursing issues. That's the best piece of advice anyone on AN couldgive you at this point.

I'm no expert (sorry), but I hope your case isn't as bad as you believe.

I certainly wish you the very best of luck! :)

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