What am I required to disclose to the RCVS?
Guidance for vets and vet nurses on what you must disclose to the RCVS, what’s excluded, when to disclose, and consequences of not doing so.
Disclose convictions and adverse findings
Professional veterinary practitioners have specific legal obligations regarding the disclosure of convictions and adverse findings. We're here to guide you through the process and provide support when you need it.
If you've received a conviction or adverse finding, you must notify us within three months, as highlighted under paragraph 5.3 of the Code of Professional Conduct.
This requirement applies to all registered veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses. It's a legal obligation that helps us maintain professional standards and public confidence in the veterinary profession.
Read our guidance
How should I disclose convictions to the RCVS?
Find out how to disclose convictions, cautions, and adverse findings when applying for or renewing your RCVS registration.
What happens once convictions are disclosed to the RCVS?
Learn how the RCVS evaluates convictions and adverse findings, with public safety, animal welfare, and professional standards at the heart of the process.
Annex A - Convictions and cautions protected for the purpose of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
A caution is a protected caution if it was given to a person for an offence other than a listed offence