(a) The Board shall issue a license to any applicant who:
(1) Meets the requirements of this title;
(2) Pays to the Board the license fee set by the Board; and
(3) Submits to a criminal history records check in accordance with § 11–302.1 of this subtitle.
(b) On receipt of the criminal history record information of an applicant for licensure, in determining whether to grant a license, the Board shall consider:
(1) The age at which the crime was committed;
(2) The nature of the crime;
(3) The circumstances surrounding the crime;
(4) The length of time that has passed since the crime;
(5) Subsequent work history;
(6) Employment and character references; and
(7) Other evidence that demonstrates whether the applicant poses a threat to public health or safety.