I know this isn't the place for legal advice but I would like to hear other people's opinions of the situation especially if they were in similar ones. I am currently finishing up my last semester of nursing school... yay! But unfortunately, I was arrested for Battery over five years ago. I was in a very toxic relationship at the time and there isn't a day that goes by where I wish I just walked away from that situation. I have put this thought on the back burner, however, as NCLEX is slowly approaching, I now have to consider some things.
As for the end result of the case, the arrest led to NO CONVICTION because the State Attorney posted a No Information Notice. It basically states that the case was not suitable for prosecution and action was taken to clear the records and to release any bond. Since the charges were dropped, I didn't have to pay a fine, go to court, or do any rehabilitation program. I was not found guilty or pled guilty, and was not put on probation. I then went ahead and expunged the arrest and what was left of the case but I do know that expungement is pointless as the BON has access to everything.
The part of the application that concerns me is disclosure. Will I be shooting myself in the foot if I disclose this? Is this even necessary to disclose? I know honesty is the best policy but I also don't want to open a can of worms. Would any of you disclose it? I'm not entirely sure what the application asks for, but based on their website,
"Any applicant who has ever been found guilty of or pled guilty or no contest/nolo contendre (regardless of adjudication) to any charge other than a minor traffic offense must list each offense on the application. Applicants with prior criminal convictions may be required to submit the following documentation to the Board ..."
I don't think it applies to me nor does my attorney, but we can never be so sure. I will appreciate any input. I really hope that my past actions don't haunt me in the future. I'll try to update this as I go. Thank you for reading~
Hello,I'm also from Florida like you. My boards is a 6 months away and I'm feeling just like you. I've a dui on my record 14 years ago. Im hoping everything goes smooth I'm thinking about hiring a attorney that deals with Administrative law to help me out with the process.
Just wanted to come on here and give everyone who needed it an update. I decided not to disclose my arrest on my application after the advice that was given by my attorney. It was a tough decision to make but I took that leap of faith and received my ATT with no delay (took about 4 weeks). I took the NCLEX a month later and my computer shut off at 75 questions. I felt awful about the exam but got the good pop-up using the Pearson Vue Trick. My license was posted 48 hours after, clear/active and unencumbered. I accepted a job offer at a local hospital, and their background check came back clear. I hope my story helps someone, or pushes someone to keep going. If you are unsure of what you should put on the application, please reach out to an attorney and get a second opinion. Pay attention to what the BON is asking for and determine if its applicable to you.
Nursingmiami2105
1 Post
Hello,I'm also from Florida like you. My boards is a 6 months away and I'm feeling just like you. I've a dui on my record 14 years ago. Im hoping everything goes smooth I'm thinking about hiring a attorney that deals with Administrative law to help me out with the process.