21 NCAC 68 .0610             Awarding the Credential following denial

(a)  Upon a showing that there are circumstances that could establish a basis for reinstatement of a credential following its denial, the Board may reinstate or credential the respondent.

(b)  A request for reinstatement of the credential following its denial shall be initiated by the respondent.

(c)  To determine that there is a basis reinstating or awarding a credential, the Board may consider:

(1)           the nature of the offense;

(2)           the severity of the offense;

(3)           any resulting harm or injury to the public and its extent;

(4)           the length of time since the punishment was imposed; and

(5)           restitution made.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 90-113.30; 90-113.33; 90-113.39; 90-113.40; 90-113.44; 90-113.45;

Temporary Adoption Eff. October 23, 1995 for a period of 180 days or until the permanent rule becomes effective, whichever is sooner;

Eff. February 1, 1996;

Amended Eff. April 1, 2011;

Readopted Eff. October 1, 2020.