2015 Arkansas Code
Title 17 - Professions, Occupations, and Businesses
Subtitle 3 - Medical Professions
Chapter 82 - Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Dental Assistants
Subchapter 8 - Criminal Background Checks
§ 17-82-803 - Waiver.

(a) Section 17-82-802 may be waived by the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners upon the request of:

(1) An affected applicant for licensure; or

(2) The person holding the license subject to revocation.

(b) The board may consider the following circumstances when considering a waiver, including without limitation:

(1) The age at which the crime was committed;

(2) The circumstances surrounding the crime;

(3) The length of time since the crime;

(4) Subsequent work history;

(5) Employment references;

(6) Character references; and

(7) Other evidence demonstrating that the applicant does not pose a threat to the health or safety of the public.