The character and fitness section of your application is a very important first step towards becoming a licensed attorney. The BLE requires students to fill out additional documents to assess the character and fitness of every law student who seeks to practice law in. Texas.The Character and Fitness application is the ultimate background check to make sure you are morally fit for the practice of law. (full name of student) possesses the present good moral character and fitness required to practice law. Character and Fitness. One criterion for admission to any state's bar is being a person of good moral character and fitness. Every lawyer, approved for admittance to practice law in Texas, is required to register with the State Bar of Texas. 154 votes, 148 comments. 829K subscribers in the LawSchool community. State Bar without examination.