My question involves a background check in the State of: California
I plan on applying for my RN license and I am required to disclose ALL misdemeanors and felonies, including those that were dismissed. I was cited for having less then an once of marijuana, 1 gram to be exact. My passenger had left it in the glove compartment. Anyways, this occurred over 2 years ago, I went to court, pleaded not guilty, did the NA meetings and paid the fine. The case was then dismissed. I obtained a record of it today so I have evidence.
I feel really stupid asking this question but do I need to disclose this? I pleaded "not guilty" and the case was dismissed. This means I was not convicted, right? I just want to make sure. I know everything about nursing but nothing about law.
One more thing, Would the Boards know or can they find out if this even occured?
Please help. Thanks!

