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I am about to graduate from the lpn program. I have been on the dean's list all 4 quarters. I just learned that expunged records must be reported on the license application to the state board. I have a criminal record from 20 years ago. It was for theft. I had the record expunged 10 years ago, or so I thought. I contacted my lawyer and she can't find the paperwork where she filed. But that should be an easy fix. What is the use of having an expunged record if it has to be reported, and why don't nursing schools tell us this information before we spend $12,000. I have never been in trouble but that one time. I am a model citizen in my community, do volunteer work, run my own business and want to be a nurse more than anything. I am so devastated to learn I must report my expunged record. Has this happened to anyone else and what are my chances of getting my license. I can't eat or sleep. I am so stressed to think that all the hard work that I have put into school could go down the drain for a mistake I made 20 years ago and that I might not be able to practice nursing. I am so sad, can anyone help me?

Hi Carrie, My daughter is graduating from nursing school tomorrow night. She has a lot of school loans. Do you mind if I ask what hospital you are working at. She lives in Lancaster, but is willing to move. Thanks for your info. Dreama