1,102,295
IDK about notary but in AZ you 'most likely' will be denied a real estate license with a felony conviction - and also for several types of misdemeanors. If you don't report to the DRE within 10 days of a conviction, they'll scrap your license even if it wasn't something you might have been denied for.
It can also depend on how long ago the conviction was and your record since then.
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
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Will Hamm
Aurora, CO
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Richie Alan Naggar
Riverside, CA
2,526,156
I'm not sure Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI, SRES . I have a clean record but I think ND is a little more liberal with their rules for Notaries then they are with a RE Sales person. I also think they are more strict with Brokers than salespeople. I will have to call both offices tomorrow to find out for sure.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Brian England
Gilbert, AZ
1,621,238
I live in The Republic of California like you Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI, SRES so same as you posted regarding CA.
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Ailina Nelson
La Jolla, CA
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Thomas J. Nelson, REAL...
La Jolla, CA
2,709,298
Real Estate License:
In Florida YES. But as Nina Hollander, Broker said about her states of NC and SC, an applicant who has a criminal conviction will face intense scrutiny from the Florida DBPR and the FREC.
Equally important is when an active licensee is convicted of a crime (either felony or misdemeanor).
You must report it to DBPR. Failure to do so may cost you your license. The below excerpt is from Section 455.227(1)(t) of the Florida Statutes
(t) Failing to report in writing to the board or, if there is no board, to the department within 30 days after the licensee is convicted or found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty to, regardless of adjudication, a crime in any jurisdiction. A licensee must report a conviction, finding of guilt, plea, or adjudication entered before the effective date of this paragraph within 30 days after the effective date of this paragraph.
Notary? That I do not know.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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David M. Dwares
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
2,579,750
Here in Montana, felons can become licensed real estate agents but the Montana Board of Realty Regulation considers each application for licensure on a case-by-case basis.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
1,294,089
I am not sure and I don't think I am going to do the research on these subjects. I will read the others answers but I think I will try to avoid being convicted of a felony as my first choice. and to go on the record I do think convicted felons should be denied certain liberties that others might enjoy.
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Peter Mohylsky,
Miramar Beach, FL
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
5,285,419
In Texas, obtaining a real estate license with a felony is possible, but it does depend on an assessment made by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). TREC will determine the applicants honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Jerry Newman
San Antonio, TX
5,492,493
I have been retired for some time now and once knew the answer cold and now have not a clue. Alan May covered Illinois and if my memory serves me, there are restrictions in Florida.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Richie Alan Naggar
Riverside, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
5,321,260
It is possible to get a license in both NC and SC if a felon... but it will require huge scrutiny from the real estate commissions and won't be an easy process. As for notaries... I have no clue. If you don't report a conviction to the real estate commissions at time of application or after that's a good way to lose your license.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
2,122,622
In Illinois, you are not precluded from obtaining a real estate license simply by having a felony in your past... it depends on what type of felony. The types that will rule out licensing would include • Conspiracy to defraud • Forgery • Embezzlement • Larceny • Extortion • Obtaining money under false pretenses • A felony involving a lack of moral turpitude (whatever the heck that means?).
And not paying your IL state taxes (they don't seem to care about Federal taxes), or delinquency of child support payments can cause a suspension, or eventual loss of your license as well.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Richie Alan Naggar
Riverside, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Wayne Martin
Oswego, IL
4,987,222
In Arizona, I think it depends on the crime, but it wouldn't necessarily prevent.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
3,432,576
Given that I am in the State of California, as you are, you know the answer.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
933,508
No, but not reporting it is grounds for having license revoked.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
2,851,358
It might, I am not sure. I know a misdemeanor would not however you would be examined for it. I know any ethical misstep is flagged & addressed (as you stated), should one have a law enforcement episode. I do know that they weigh, at times, if being a licensed agent connects to the crime stated. If so, it is an automatic NO LICENSE.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
6,010,987
In Colorado, you cannot be a felon to obtain a real estate license. Not sure about a notary license.
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John Juarez
Fremont, CA
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
1,539,754
This is California, Felons have more rights than law abiding citizens!
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
3,270,492
When getting a real estate license, if you do not disclose any past criminal convictions and the FBI discovers it on your record, you will be banned from receiving one. Also, you must disclose immediately when charged with a criminal offense. Failing to do that results in a loss of license.
Keep in mind, you can be a felon (if disclosed) or murderer (until caught) and practice!
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI...
Gilroy, CA
1,870,653
Yes for Illinois if your felony is with money fraud, fraud against fidicuaries.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
5,210,250
I believe in Colorado if you are a felony, you loose your license.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
790,384
GOOGLE ANSWER > Can a convicted felon get a real estate license in California? Yes, you still may be able to obtain a real estate license if you have a prior conviction. It's important to note that you must disclose all past and pending criminal activity to the DRE as part of your license application.
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We have to report any arrests or convictions to the state, not sure which ones could cost us our license though.
8,161,666
Maryland does not automatically disqualify someone for a real estate license if they have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor. They weigh each conviction on a case-by-case basis and give the applicant the right to appeal if the application is denied.
- To become a notary public in Maryland, you must have no felony convictions.
- You must also have a clean criminal record, be at least 18 years old, and reside or work in Maryland.
- You must be proficient in English, complete a state-approved notary course, pass an exam, and apply to the Secretary of State.
- The Secretary of State will conduct a background check to ensure you disclosed any criminal convictions. If you did not, your application will be denied.