The Board may issue a license to practice as a licensed practical nurse without examination to any applicant who is a licensed practical nurse or a person entitled to perform similar services under a different title under the laws of another state or territory, the District of Columbia, or a foreign country if, in the opinion of the Board, the applicant meets the requirements for licensed practical nurses in this State. Each applicant shall pay to the Board such fee as it may determine. The Board may deny licensure based on evidence of unlawful acts, incompetence, unprofessional conduct, or other misconduct.