Clarifies prohibition on denying licensure based on moral turpitude convictions and updates related statutes.
This bill prohibits North Carolina occupational and state agency licensing boards from denying licensure solely based on a conviction for a crime of moral turpitude. It mandates that boards consider factors like the crime's seriousness, date, and relevance to the applicant's duties. The bill also updates various statutes to align with these changes, ensuring consistency across different licensing boards. It becomes effective October 1, 2025.
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