Maine License Law

Under Maine law, a real estate license applicant with a criminal record may:

ANever obtain a license
BStill obtain a license if the MREC determines their record does not reflect adversely on their fitness for licensure✓ Correct
CAutomatically receive a provisional license
DOnly obtain a license after 10 years from conviction

Explanation

The MREC evaluates criminal records on a case-by-case basis, considering the nature, severity, and recency of the crime, and whether the applicant's record reflects adversely on their fitness to hold a real estate license.

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