Has anyone had to get a Declaratory order?

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Just wondering about that. I am a bit concerned. I have been arrested a couple of times. It wasnt anything major. My first husband was a jerk and got me into trouble. I was very young. I also had a wreck one time and the lady sued me and I could not afford to pay for damages. My license was suspended for a bit but I did pay that off.

The nurse programs all state if you have ever been arrested for anything you will need to get a Declaratory order. It was never anything crimal or anything.

So do you think I would have to get one? I have heard the process could take up to 2yrs. I hope I do not need this.

Its kinda embarressing asking the school so thought you guys may be able to help me. Has anyone had to do this before?

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The only people who can give you the proper answer is your state's BON.

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To answer your question of whether or not I've had to file - no I haven't. I don't know what state you are in, but in Texas the question is not whether or not you've been "arrested", but have you ever been "charged" with a "crime". Hope that helps a bit.

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only your bon can answer your question but i can tell you that i had to file a declaratory order in texas because of a pi charge 18 years ago and the nursing board only took about two months to give me the ok to take the nclex upon completion of nursing school.

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Hi there and welcome. Unfortunately we can't give legal advice. Please contact your BON.

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