Occupational Licenses in Pennsylvania
and Criminal Convictions
Other Professions and Occupations in Pennsylvania requiring a license that can be impacted by a criminal or DUI conviction are: Barbers, Cosmetologists, Massage Therapists, Physical/Speech/Occupational Therapists, and Funeral Directors.
These occupations and professions require education, skill, training, and can create enjoyable and lucrative careers. The hard work, sacrifice, and dedication needed to obtain the license and have a career one can count on are not things worth risking over a foolish mistake, such as a DUI conviction.
The impact and regulations regarding criminal convictions are quite similar among these occupations and professions. Most state the requirement of “Good Moral Character,” No “Crimes of Moral Turpitude,” No Convictions under the Controlled Substances Act for selling illegal drugs, and no Alcohol or Drug Abuse.
Some of the occupations and Professions may fall into the category of being Mandatory Reporters.
Paul S. Peters III, Esq. understands the dire consequences of losing your Professional or Occupational License, such as threatening your ability to work and provide for yourself and your family. If you are in danger of losing your Professional or Occupational License through action by the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, you will need an experienced, trusted, and aggressive lawyer at your side to advocate on your behalf. Paul S. Peters III, Esq. will provide you with that needed advocacy and legal defense. Call Paul S. Peters III, Esquire at 215-291-2944.
General Guidelines for All Licenses
Criminal Convictions
The Act requires those licensed to be of “good moral character,” translating to no convictions for any crimes of “Moral Turpitude,” such as Murder, Arson, Kidnapping, Burglary, or Rape, and will undoubtedly prevent you from obtaining or result in a loss of your Professional or Occupational License. As will any conviction for all levels of sexual offenses and offenses involving harm to children. Crimes of theft and DUI can also result in a license denial or suspension. These crimes call into question a person’s morals, ethics, character, and judgment. For most the law explicitly states, an applicant cannot have been convicted of a felony under The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act or of an offense under the laws of another jurisdiction which, if committed in this Commonwealth, would be a felony under The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act unless.
Alcohol and Substance Abuse
If accused or suspected of substance or alcohol abuse, jobs and licenses are in jeopardy. Substance and alcohol abuse issues are extremely concerning to the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs for apparent reasons. If abuse is suspected, you can face an investigation and hearing before the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. The investigation can result in a requirement that you attend and complete drug and alcohol counseling, submitting to random drug screens, and having your position or license placed on probation, restrictions, or terminated and suspended.
Mandatory Reporter
For licensed Speech and Audiology, Physical, Occupational, and Massage Therapists depending on the situation, you may be considered a MANDATORY REPORTER in Pennsylvania regarding suspected child abuse. If you fail to uphold the duties and requirements of a MANDATORY REPORTER, you will face criminal charges and consequences, as well as the loss of your job and medical license.
Specific Regulations
Speech Therapists
In Pennsylvania, Speech and Auditory Therapists are regulated by the State Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. The Board acts under the Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Licensure Act of Dec. 21, 1984, P.L. 1253, No. 238 Cl. 63.
Physical Therapy
In Pennsylvania, Speech and Auditory Therapists are regulated by the State Board of Physical Therapy. The Board acts under the Act 110 of 1975.
Occupational Therapy
In Pennsylvania, Occupational Therapists are regulated by the State Board of Occupational Therapy. The Board acts under the Occupational Therapy Practice Act of Jun. 15, 1982, P.L. 502, No. 140.
Cosmetologists
In Pennsylvania, Cosmetologists are regulated by the State Board of Cosmetology. The Board acts under the Cosmetology Act of May 3, 1933 P.L. 242, No. 86, CL. 63.
Barbers
In Pennsylvania, Barbers are regulated by the State Board of Barber Examiners The Board acts under the Barbers Act of June 30, 1984, P.L.494, No.101.
Massage Therapists
In Pennsylvania, Massage Therapists are regulated by the State Board of Massage Therapy The Board acts under the Massage Therapy Act 118 Of 2008 (AMENDED BY ACT 45 OF 2009).
Funeral Directors
In Pennsylvania, Funeral Directors are regulated by the State Board of Funeral Directors The Board acts under the Funeral Directors Act of July 31, 1968, P.L.1008, No.295.
All categories and levels of criminal charges are taken extremely seriously by the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. If you are facing criminal charges of any kind, your ability to keep your Professional or Occupational License in Pennsylvania is in jeopardy. For the criminal case and hearings before the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, you must have competent and aggressive legal representation. Paul S. Peters III, Esquire, with his 20-years of legal experience in criminal defense and licensing defense, will provide the trusted, experienced, and zealous legal advocacy needed to protect your liberty and Professional or Occupational License.
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How We Can Help
If you have a Professional or Occupational License and facing DUI or other criminal charges, you must immediately obtain an experienced, trusted, and aggressive Criminal and License Defense Lawyer. You will need representation for both the DUI or other criminal charges and defense of your Professional or Occupational License before the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. Paul S. Peters III, Esq. is the trusted, experienced, and aggressive legal partner needed to defend your rights and Professional or Occupational License in Criminal Court and before the Pennsylvania State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs.
Paul S. Peters III, Esq. handles matters in Pennsylvania arising in: Montgomery, Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, Chester, Lehigh, Lancaster, Northampton, and Berks, County, just to name a few.
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