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After a lot of research (NJ BON, nursing school and local hospitals), I have decided to go for making the leap into nursing. But, almost 10 years ago - I went out with some friends and made the one of the most humiliating and humbling (and stupidest) mistakes of my life - I got a DUI. It was a misdemeanor. Nothing else on my record and I have completely changed (since I was military, it was a mandatory screening, which came back no dependency from a dr, just a stupid, stupid judgement call on my part). I did all the civilian and military stuff required. I kept all the paperwork. Question is: when applying for the board, should I consult legal prior to go assist with the application and include the medical screening that says all that? Do you think I have a good shot at licensure without restrictions? Thanks in advance for the advice!

Hi! New here. I have a quick question for experienced and recently entered nurses (in the workforce). I am debating a career change into the nursing field (fell in love with it when I volunteered in the hospital!). I have been military for about 15 years. I will remain in the reserves, but with having two little ones, my husband and I have been discussing one of continuing in the service. Since I wanted to head back for my second bachelors in nursing (previous bs in psych), I have a personal question about my future eligilbily I wanted your feedback on. In 2006, I got a DUI. Regardless of the details (I wasn't even driving) - I made a mistake that has humbled me. My question is: will this career move not allow for that type of mistake? I haven't had any thing else on my record and I have been making sure to give back to the community in everything I do. Thanks for your thoughts.