KY Board of Nursing PN

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Hello!

I am a new LPN graduate, waiting for results/review on my KY PN application.

I am hoping I can find somebody with a similar situation to shed some light on obtaining a license with a past criminal charge.

9 almost 10 years ago I was arrested and charged with public intoxication. It is the only time I have been in trouble. I had to stay overnight in jail and pay a citationxx. I disclosed the information on my application along with needed documents. I have been checking my application status online (submitted 10 days ago) and today it has changed to "routed for review".

I did find where it can take up to 3 months for review and there are 3 ways it can be reviewed. Staff member, board members, or a credential committee.

My question is this, has anybody gone thru something similar and how long did it take for them to review/approve/deny your application?

I can't imagine it taking 3 months to sit for my boards while this is in process. I am sick thinking a immature mistake in my 20s will effect the rest of my future.

Any help or info would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

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Unfortunately, none of us can say how long the process will take. The board of nursing moves in mysterious ways and have their own timelines - which can vary widely. In your favor is the fact that you self disclosed and submitted the appropriate paperwork. I would hope that a decade old charge would not negatively impact your future but no-one but the BON can give you the answer to that. I wish you the best as you work through this process.

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