Texas License Law
TREC license applicants in Texas with a felony conviction must:
AWait 10 years after their conviction before applying
BDisclose the conviction and may be denied a license depending on the nature and recency of the crime✓ Correct
CAutomatically receive a license because past convictions cannot be considered
DOnly disclose convictions from the past 5 years
Explanation
Texas Occupations Code Chapter 53 requires applicants to disclose criminal convictions. TREC evaluates each case, considering the nature of the crime, its relation to the duties of a license holder, and rehabilitation evidence. Certain crimes (especially fraud-related) may result in license denial. TREC may issue preliminary determinations before applicants invest in education.
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