MJ possession and deferred sentence

[stregg]

What is the name of your state? Michigan

Over a year ago I was arrested and charged with misdemeanor possession of Marijuana in Michigan.

I plead guilty (dumb of me I know), and was given a deferred sentence (7411).
I completed my probation with no problems and was discharged.

Here is my problem: I am applying for clinicals in a collegiate nursing program, and MI law says I have to wait 3 years before I can participate if I was convicted of a drug offense. Does receiving and completing a deferred sentence count as being convicted?

 

[stregg]

I read the document (an official State of Michigan letter) again.

It says:
"In order to be granted clinical privileges at any of the covered facilities, 3 years must
have lapsed since the individual completed all the terms and conditions of sentencing,
parole and probation for conviction of the following offenses:
...
Misdemeanor involving the creation, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or
deliver a controlled substance."



I assume that does not include simple possession?