I’m going through this exact same situation in NY with the same (2:1) outcome. They have denied my RN licensure in a private hearing where I was unaware of the statistics but was denied. I had an appeal from that decision in August which was held as an in person hearing with 3 on the panel (where the outcome was 2:1). I testified along with my mother. We provided an abundance of rehabilitative evidence, references, certificates of relief, etc. This appeal was also denied. I can share with you their supporting documentation/explanation of denial. I’m currently in the process of appealing this decision. I was down to my last dollar from all this continuous litigation however my attorneys have agreed to do this appeal for free as they believe the board is in direct violation of my constitutional rights. Can you believe I’m also an LPN.... I’ve been an LPN since 2013. I was convicted in 2015 for petty larceny; my license was suspended for a year and I’ve been working as a nurse ever since. Obtaining my BSN in the process. Can you please explain how I have the moral character to be an LPN but not an RN? I would advise that you keep going! I see that this post is a few months old but hopefully your gut has told you to do so. My counsel for this particular litigation is paid however the Legal Aid Society/ Law NY has been instrumental in assisting me with litigation I’m also facing with the Health Department. This assistance is free of charge and due to the description of your financial situation it sounds you fit the guidelines. The sad part is I believe them people had it in their mind not to give me my license before I even entered the room. My attorney had to keep reminding them that it was a moral character hearing and not a criminal proceeding. The questions they were asking were unfathomable (retracing the crime, asking about my religious faith, psychiatric history (which is protected by HIPPA)) with unrealistic ideas of rehabilitation. I’d also like to mention the lack of diversity on the panel. As soon as I saw them I automatically knew they would deny me. Luckily their unfair, unjust, RELIGIOUS, convictions show in their explanation which I have faith will work in my advantage. My crimes are Petty Larceny 2001, 2015 in NYS Please! Please! Believe in yourself and your purpose! I will get a million low wage jobs and apply in all 50 States! They will not stop me! I’m going to be a testimony. I love being a nurse and perform my job to the fullest and best of my ability! My clients love me and the exceptional love and care I provide. (sorry if any typos. too long to proofread) Good Luck!