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Former florida Nurse Von Yates Loses license After Pleading Guilty to Sex Crime
Von Yates, a former registered nurse in Florida, has had his nursing license revoked by the Florida Board of Nursing following a conviction related to a sexual offense. The decision, made after an evaluation by the Florida Department of Health, the Nursing Board, and Yates’s legal counsel, effectively ends his career in healthcare.
Details of the Case
According to reports from the New York Post,35-year-old Yates,originally from Ocala,Florida,was discovered by his wife in July 2024 engaging in inappropriate conduct with his 15-year-old stepson.This led to his arrest and subsequent legal proceedings.
Plea Deal and Sentencing
Initially charged with aggravated sexual assault,Yates reached a plea agreement with prosecutors,ultimately pleading guilty to a lesser charge. In September 2025, he was sentenced to two years in prison and is currently incarcerated at a Florida correctional facility, according to Ocala News.
Professional Consequences and Legal Ramifications
The revocation of Yates’s nursing license prevents him from practicing in the healthcare field. Along with his prison sentence,Yates faces the following penalties as part of his court-ordered disposition:
- Two years of supervised release following his prison term.
- Ten years of registration on the state’s sexual offender registry.
- 200 hours of community service.