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I have only two misdemeanors, a first offense DUI, now five years old, and an aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, approaching five years old. I guess these will not bar me from sitting for the NCLEX, but I am somewhat concerned about what employers will think. Ah well, just keep my head up and feet moving and things will pan out.

Yeah, I guess I am getting less nervous about it when it comes to the board. Did you have any problems with clinical sites having an issue with you being there? I didn't, which tells me the hospitals themselves were not, which tells me that not everyone/every employer has a big problem with my past....I have been very open and honest about my conviction as well as the steps I have taken change my life and so on. I think the board will see that, and if they don't I can go to appeal (not expecting that at all). It may take longer, but I believe I'll get my license. I think you will too as long as you're 100% honest about things.

I am in NY. I can't seem to get a whole lot of information out of the BON, since everything is done on a case-by-case basis. There are only certain major crimes that permanently bar a person from being licensed, and mine isn't one of them. I have been told not to worry about it, just be honest and transparent, hide nothing. I've also been told that I'm toast. I'm not sure who to believe.

I am in NY. I can't seem to get any real answers out of the BON as to what to expect, and I have looked quite thoroughly on the NYS DOE website for specifics. I am really kind of annoyed by this, frankly. I would think that state BON's would lay down VERY specific guidelines as to what crimes WILL prevent you from becoming an RN (by default) and post them in a very conspicuous place. Everything seems to be so worded so vaguely. I suppose by design because it gives them a lot of wiggle room to make their decision.

Hi everyone, I am new here. I am approaching graduation and will sit for the NCLEX soon. I am not worried about passing the exam, but I am worried that a DWI I had 7 years ago will severely prolong the licensing process. I am told that I will have to submit a written statement and all of my court records, which is no problem, I have nothing to hide. I just worry that this will have to go before a full panel for review and that the process will take forever. Has anyone here experienced anything like this in the past? Any insight to offer?