Establishes uniform standards for section 12 and 15 license applications in Massachusetts.

This bill amends sections 12 and 15 of Chapter 138 of the General Laws to create uniform standards for license applications. It allows applicants to demonstrate their rehabilitation and requests that the commission or local licensing authority consider this information when deciding whether a conviction should not be an automatic rejection. The changes apply to convictions that occurred before the 10-year period immediately preceding the application for licensure.

Establishes uniform standards for section 12 and 15 license applications in Massachusetts.

This bill amends sections 12 and 15 of Chapter 138 of the General Laws to create uniform standards for license applications. It allows applicants to demonstrate their rehabilitation and requests that the commission or local licensing authority consider this information when deciding whether a conviction should not be an automatic rejection. The changes apply to convictions that occurred before the 10-year period immediately preceding the application for licensure.