Starting Nursing school with a criminal record!?

[FranciscoMireles]

Hi, my name is Francisco Mireles and I recently decided to go to nursing school but Im scare that after 4 years of school I wont be able to get licence. I was in the military for 4 years and after I got out I had a huge problem understanding the transition and I got a in a couple of altercations with the cops I got a DUI and some other minor misdemeanors. What are my chances of becoming a a nurse?

[hjhardman]

I had a family member get charged with communicating a threat(misdemeanor) in NC in 2010 and he never got it expunged. He was allowed to take the NCLEX by the state of North Carolina in 2012. Each case and each state is different, do your research before you decide not to pursue the program. I work in healthcare, the number of RNs and medical professionals with criminal records would shock some of you trying to get in the field.

[jamland]

So it's better to go the cna route first? I can get approved for cna easier with felonies?

[dasroight]

Speak to an attorney about your options. They may be able to help you expunge your record, speak to the appropriate agencies and draft an explanation of your circumstances that may help you get in. It's not always black or white. They assess on a case-by-case basis, so an intelligent argument from an attorney may be able to seal your deal.

[jane1010]

How does the New York State Board of Nursing handle felony cases?

[Precious lif]

Hi,I am going to applied for RN license in Newyork state.I am so worried because I have one pretty theft (misdemeanor case) in pending in the court.I got chance to entered in diversion program because it was my first offense and I was not found guilty. My lawyer said that my case will gonna dismiss in last of July.I really need a help please.What type of document i need to submit to the NY board of nursing?