When does a license become inactive?

A license becomes inactive after a 30-day grace period following its expiration. This means that once a license expires, the individual still has an allowance of time—30 days—to complete the renewal process without facing any penalties or loss of active status. After this 30-day period, the license is officially categorized as inactive, meaning the individual is no longer authorized to exercise their professional duties until the license is renewed.

This process is in place to provide a buffer for professionals who may inadvertently miss their renewal deadline while ensuring that there is a clear timeline for maintaining licensing standards. Options that suggest an earlier activation of inactive status, such as immediately upon expiration or after 10 days, do not align with the regulations regarding professional licensure in this context.