A DUI arrest doesn’t just threaten your criminal record—it can endanger your nursing license. Under §335.066 RSMo, the Missouri State Board of Nursing may discipline nurses for any conduct that reflects moral turpitude or impairs their ability to practice safely.

Even if you’re not convicted, an arrest can still trigger a Board investigation. Nurses are required to self-report criminal charges within a set time frame. Failing to do so can result in separate violations for dishonesty or failure to cooperate.

The Board may require substance abuse evaluations, counseling, or monitoring programs if it believes alcohol dependency contributed to the offense. In cases involving repeat offenses or evidence of impairment on duty, license suspension or revocation may follow.

However, not all DUI arrests end in discipline. A strong defense can emphasize mitigating factors—such as completion of treatment programs, evidence of sobriety, and absence of patient impact. Legal counsel ensures the Board receives this context, which often determines the final outcome.

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If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Missouri, don’t wait for the Board to contact you. Call Sanger Law Office, LLC at (816) 520-8040. We represent nurses in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Jefferson City who face criminal and professional consequences.