I'm a critical care travel RN with 8 years experience. I work in Cath Lab, ICU, PACU, ect... very diverse and profesional.
I started traveling to AK in 2011. 3 years after obtaining my license in the state of Alaska, the state board came after me for not reporting a DUI from 1999 when I was 19. Truthfully I just forgot and really didnt know I had to report it. From what I remember, the DA in 99 told me that after 3 years the incedent would be removed from my record, which unfortunately is not true.
So, I complied with AK state board, AKSB. I wrote them a letter, explained that I had forgetten about the DUI and bla bla bla. In turn, they fined me 2500$ and put a Hit on my license. *** right. I've tried talking to them to resolve this situation. Basically they just want my money and could care less wether they retain RNs to work there. Why would I continue to work in a state where they harass me?
I dont know if I should pay and be done with it, which to me is morally wrong and perputuating a social stigme that its OK to take advantage of people this way. A DUI 15 years ago when I was a kid has nothing to do with my nursing career. The AKSB should be investingating drug diversions.
Surrendering my license keeps me from paying the fine, but I'll never be able to work in AK again. Fine, with AKSB acting like this I will never work there again anyways or reccommend anyone to obtain a license there at this point.
Thoughts, Suggestions??????? please help me.....I dont know what to do and feel backed up against a wall...
At any rate, I have a DWAI not a DUI. I just said DUI because it's easier to explain. Any state has felony DUIs yes, but I'm here for advise on surrendering licensure.
Sounds like you just want a yes man and not advice.
no, I would like to talk to someone who really has experience with this!!!!! It's a very difficult situation to deal with because there are many legal stipulations I don't understand nor do most people.
I understand paying the fine is the easiest route. I'm hardheaded and believe in doing the right thing. AK BON is dredging up frivolous stuff from my past that has nothing to do with my career. Does anyone have real advice and know or experienced anything like this?
Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.
I understand paying the fine is the easiest route. I'm hardheaded and believe in doing the right thing. AK BON is dredging up frivolous stuff from my past that has nothing to do with my career. Does anyone have real advice and know or experienced anything like this?
If you ignore them they will come find you and the easiest way is through your license. I am surprised that this has come up for the first time....all state boards ask if you have ever been arrested. Technically the DWAI in some states is a traffic ticket...but you were also underage at 19. There are states that allow underage drinking with parents present...hummmm.
My advice is still...choose your battles wisely. Talk to a lawyer. We cannot give legal advice as per the Terms if Service.
What I would I do? pay the fine and then get the ticket expunged if possible.
JustBeachyNurse, LPN
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In some states DUI conviction is a felony.