Arizona § 32-1639 - Licensing out-of-state practical nurses
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 32-1639 — Licensing out-of-state practical nurses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32-1639. Licensing out-of-state practical nurses
A. The board may issue a license to practice as a practical nurse to an applicant who has been duly licensed as a practical nurse, or licensed to perform similar services and duties under a different title, in another state or territory of the United States, if in the opinion of the board the applicant meets qualifications required of a licensed practical nurse in this state.
B. The board shall not issue a license to practice practical nursing to an applicant who has one or more felony convictions and who has not received an absolute discharge from the sentences for all felony convictions three or more years before the date of filing an application.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 32-1639
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 32-1639 cover?
Section 32-1639 ("Licensing out-of-state practical nurses") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 32-1639?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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