Are there exceptions to the new disqualifying crimes rule?
Yes, several: The Tier 2 list of disqualifying felonies is “prospective” – meaning that if you’ve already been deemed eligible to be a provider, you are NOT subject to a new background check based on the expanded list. Also, care recipients can approve any provider they select – no matter what kind of Tier 2 felonies the provider has been convicted of. So, if you are planning on applying to be a provider, or if you are already in the process, the consumer can override your disqualification by signing a waiver.
