The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board requires applicants to submit fingerprints from one of the vendors that have been certified and registered by the FL Dept. of Law Enforcement. A list of providers can be found here. This is a state and national criminal background check to verify if there is any criminal activity that would prevent licensing. Although there is no specific listing of convictions, the board will typically look for crimes involving fraud or deceit.
If the background check does reveal criminal history, the department will review the application to determine whether or not it will disqualify the applicant from becoming licensed. This might also require you to personally appear before the board.
One thing to note, if you are aware of the felony charge, be sure to include it in the application ahead of time. Be honest. Full disclosure is always recommended, and will result in the board reviewing the application in a more favorable light.
You can also read: Florida Contractor's License: Requirements, Exceptions, & Penalties
NOTE. The information presented here is for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and should not be construed nor relied upon as such. Furthermore, this posting does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you need legal advice, seek the counsel of a licensed, local attorney.See More...See More...
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