How many years must pass after the revocation of a license before a new license can be issued unless the conviction is reversed?

When a professional license, such as that for optometry, is revoked due to a conviction, there are regulatory conditions that dictate when an individual may apply for a new license. In Arizona, the law stipulates that a minimum of two years must pass after the revocation before a person can seek to obtain a new license. This period is designed to allow for sufficient time to demonstrate rehabilitation and to ensure that the actions leading to the revocation are unlikely to recur.

This two-year waiting period reflects a balance between allowing individuals a chance at redemption while also maintaining standards and protecting public safety in the practice of optometry. Without the passage of this time frame, a new license might be issued prematurely, potentially exposing the public to risks associated with unresolved issues from the revocation.