Illinois License Law

In Illinois, a real estate license applicant who has been convicted of a crime must:

AAutomatically be denied a license
BDisclose the conviction to IDFPR, which will consider the nature of the crime and rehabilitation✓ Correct
CWait 10 years after the conviction before applying
DObtain a pardon before applying for a license

Explanation

Illinois license applicants with prior criminal convictions must disclose them to IDFPR. IDFPR evaluates each case individually, considering the nature of the crime, its relationship to real estate activity, the time elapsed, and evidence of rehabilitation. A prior conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant.

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