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Sealed Record and Application

I'm 24 years old and graduating with my BSN this month. On my application to the board of nursing, it asks if I've ever been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest to, etc a misdemeanor. It then states "This includes crimes that have been expunged IF there is a direct and substantial relationship to nursing practice."

When I was 18, I plead no contest to a petty theft charge. I had no other history at the time, was working and in school full time, and was thus offered a diversion program. I paid my restitution and fines, and my record was sealed. My question is whether I HAVE to disclose this information, or if it would be in my best interest to? I understand the importance of honesty here, but the "IF there is a direct relationship to nursing" disclaimer has me a bit tripped up and I don't want to make the wrong move. Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks so much

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    Yes, you need to disclose this. The 'direct relationship to nursing' applies to expunged convictions. Good luck.

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    Direct relationship to nursing as explained to me, any derogatory information along the lines of "crimes against, the person, property, etc., .....moral turpitude. Using a wide interpretation of this, one could surmise that almost any act that is against the law could be viewed in this manner. I would suggest checking with an attorney experienced in dealing with your nursing board. You can find such an attorney at: TAANA TAANA Executive Office - Home

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