Felony Conviction and Nuring License?

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I was convicted of a drug felony and was released on parole supervision, I have completed parole as of last month. I am looking into getting into LVN program but I am not sure If I will be able to be licensed by the state of the Texas because of my prior conviction. Does anyone know or has had a felony conviction and been able to get licensed by the state? If so, how long before your conviction and getting licensed. Look forward to some responses. Thanks in advance!

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There are many posts on this subject. I had a classmate that got a felony drug conviction while in nursing school and they would not let her have a liscense. Good luck to you.

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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?

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 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. Each case is decided on an individual case. They are the best ones to discuss this with

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