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David is applying for a Kentucky real estate salesperson license. During the background check, KREC discovers that David was convicted of a felony involving fraud five years ago. He served his sentence and has since maintained a clean record. Under KRS Chapter 324, which statement best describes how KREC will handle his application?

Correct Answer

D) KREC will review the conviction using a multi-factor analysis, considering the nature of the crime, time elapsed, and evidence of rehabilitation, and may approve or deny the application

Under KRS Chapter 324, KREC has the authority to deny a license application based on a prior criminal conviction, but it is not required to automatically deny all felony applicants. KREC conducts an individualized review considering factors such as the nature and severity of the offense, its relationship to real estate practice, the time elapsed since the conviction, and evidence of rehabilitation. This multi-factor approach allows KREC to make case-by-case determinations.

Answer Options
A
KREC must approve the application because David has completed his sentence and five years have passed since the conviction
B
KREC must automatically deny the application because any felony conviction permanently disqualifies an applicant
C
KREC will defer to the sentencing court's decision and automatically approve the application if the court issued a certificate of restoration of civil rights
D
KREC will review the conviction using a multi-factor analysis, considering the nature of the crime, time elapsed, and evidence of rehabilitation, and may approve or deny the application

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