theducker

I'm fairly certain you are misreading the new law. It's 7 years OR expunged. You should be fine.

Washington seems to be one of the chiller states regarding this. Currently in the process of getting licensed there and it doesn't seem like they are giving me any grief regarding a 6 year old dui. Unlike many states they didn't even ask for police reports or letters of rec, just the court paperwork and a letter of explanation. Do some googling, there is somewhere a document online outlining exactly how the Washington BRN will likely handle various charges. It says a dui is likely not an issue after a period of time ( 3 or 5 years) I believe but I don't have the document in front of me. It might also be worth calling the BRN, the Washington state BRN is pretty friendly and answers quickly unlike some other states. Lastly if there is a way of of preventing this going on your record, do that, it'll be better if you don't have to report this to employers, but likely not the end of the world if you do. Keep your head up! This isn't the end of your career, just please keep it at one

It's coming time to apply for my license and I'm aware there is a very real possibility of getting probation here in CA due to a DUI on my record. My question is, if I do get stuck in that situation, and somehow make it through will I always have to settle for less desirable jobs, or is it realistic to move into acute care at that point? thanks in advance

It's super easy. You will basically just go over how to do CPR on adults and infants, and how to do abdominal thrusts for choking victims. Nothing to worry about and no need to pre-study.

Have you guys had any luck finding employment in probation? I may likely face it due to a DUI in my past, and I'm wondering if there is any point in even trying to get a license in CA