Yes, a felon with a drug charge can take the bar exam in California, but they must first demonstrate rehabilitation. The State Bar of California reviews each applicant's criminal history during the moral character assessment, which is a prerequisite for taking the bar exam. Applicants may need to provide evidence of rehabilitation and address the circumstances surrounding their conviction. Ultimately, the decision is made on a case-by-case basis.
No he didn't have to take the bar exam
Most jurisdictions will not bar a convicted felon from admission to the bar, but a character and fitness evaluation is required of bar applicants in most jurisdictions.
you cannot practice law as a convicted felon.
A Bar exam is required only as a requisite to practice law in that state - I know of no other reason one would have to take a Bar exam.
There is not a requirement to take the bar exam. You can complete your degree and search for employment. You cannot practice law, however, without passing the exam and/or being admitted to the bar.
No. Law school graduation is required first. After that comes the bar exam.
There is no limit to the number of times you can take the Texas bar exam, but you must wait three months between exam administrations.
Most states have two requirements to become licensed. You have to take the Professional Responsibility Exam and the Bar exam for your jurisdiction. Some areas of law require an additional bar exam, such as the patent bar.
"Yes. You have to pay to take the state bar exam in every state that you take it in, and have the proper schooling to even register to take it. Even if you don't pass."
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