What aspect does the licensing authority NOT assess when evaluating an applicant's past criminal activity according to the Texas Occupation Code?

The licensing authority's evaluation of an applicant's past criminal activity does not focus on the applicant's intent during the crime. This means that while the authority examines an individual’s criminal history, including the severity of the crime, criminal activities committed during childhood, and the individual's conduct before and after the offense, the specific motivations or intent behind the crime do not factor into the assessment process.

Intent can be subjective and often requires an interpretation that might vary significantly from one individual to another, making it a less objective measure for licensing purposes. As such, licensing decisions are typically based on more concrete aspects of an applicant's criminal history rather than personal intent. This approach ensures that the evaluation remains consistent and based on documented behavior rather than potentially ambiguous motivations.