W. Va. Code R. § 194-6-4 - Application after denial

4.1. Notwithstanding any other provision of the West Virginia Code to the contrary, if an applicant has been denied licensure because of a prior criminal conviction, the board shall permit the applicant to apply for initial licensure if:

4.1.1. A period of five years has elapsed from the date of conviction or the date of release from incarceration, whichever is later;

4.1.2. The individual has not been convicted of any other crime during the period of time following the disqualifying offense; and

4.1.3. The conviction was not for an offense of a violent or sexual nature: Provided, That a conviction for an offense of a violent or sexual nature may subject an individual to a longer period of disqualification from licensure, to be determined by the board on a case by case basis.

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W. Va. Code R. § 194-6-4