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Does a reckless driving charge affect my nursing license?
I recently got out of nursing school and was on the path to start applying for jobs. About a month ago, however, I got charged with reckless driving for speeding. Will a reckless driving charge affect my nursing license?
Maxine Boyko · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m sorry to hear you’re going through such a rough patch! Good news—it’s unlikely that a reckless driving charge will affect your nursing license.
Depending on the state, however, the charge could show up as a misdemeanor offense on your criminal record, which your employers will likely have access to. That said, employers don’t view every crime in the same way—misdemeanor offenses, for example, are much less serious than felonies.
Once you start applying for jobs, be sure to report the reckless driving charge if you’ve been convicted. If you lie on your application and hide your violation from your potential employer, it could bar you from being hired if they uncover the truth about your
driving record
. Each state handles its laws and reckless driving convictions differently. If you feel that your driving history will affect your employment opportunities, consider hiring a lawyer to look at your case and determine whether the violation should be expunged.
Even minor traffic violations can cause your insurance premiums to spike. Shop for better coverage at a better price with
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