nurseama

nurseama has 6 years experience and specializes in ICU.

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1. Should I disclose arrest without conviction?

   nurseama replied to nurseama's topic in Criminal

   Yes, you need to disclose even if a conviction has been expunged. My case was different because I was not convicted. It will definitely show on the background check as well as any hiring hospital background check too.

2. Should I disclose arrest without conviction?

   nurseama replied to nurseama's topic in Criminal

   Just keeping everyone posted. I did not disclose my "charge" with the Board of Nursing because my charge was never initially a conviction. If I had been charged and it was dismissed, I would have had to. I was approved by the board of nursing to test...

3. Should I disclose arrest without conviction?

   nurseama replied to nurseama's topic in Criminal

   my lawyer suggested sealing those records now. That way when you go for a job, you can be safe. But the BRN has higher access.

4. Should I disclose arrest without conviction?

   nurseama replied to nurseama's topic in Criminal

   I apply for my license in a few weeks. Will keep you updated. I am calling to Board of Nursing again to confirm. My lawyer says I was never convicted and never did a diversion program, so I do not need to disclose. My original charge/compliant was di...

5. Will dismissed charges prevent employment?

   nurseama replied to jive turkey's topic in Criminal

   Depends on the crime and the state. But you can have your records sealed! That way you can legally answer "no" on all those questions. Nobody has access to that information without a warrant. Usually its about 5 years time though.

6. Should I disclose arrest without conviction?

   nurseama posted a topic in Criminal

   Hi guys, I am in a real murky area when it comes to disclosure to the BRN. I currently live in CA and 9 years ago I was arrested for a fight with my sister. Ultimately, I got a lawyer, and all "charges" were dismissed. I was never convicted! Accordin...