W. Va. Code R. § 31-1-8 - Reinstatement of Expired Licenses

8.1. The Board may reinstate the licenses of licensees who fail to renew their licenses by the end of the license period.

8.1.1. For a licensee who has allowed his or her license to lapse for a period not to exceed three years, the license may be reinstated by the Board. The applicant for reinstatement shall:

8.1.1.1. Submit a written request for reinstatement of their professional license to the Board, including a satisfactory explanation for the failure to renew, within three (3) years after the expiration date of his or her license;

8.1.1.2. Complete ten (10) hours of approved continuing education for each year the license has lapsed; and

8.1.1.3. Pay to the Board the annual renewal fee in effect on the last regular renewal date immediately preceding the date of reinstatement, and the professional license reinstatement fee as stated in paragraph 4.1.2.3 of this rule.

8.1.2 For a licensee who has allowed his or her license to lapse for a period in excess of three (3) years, the license may be reinstated by the Board. The applicant for reinstatement shall:

8.1.2.1. Submit a written request for reinstatement of their professional license to the Board;

8.1.2.2. Submit their registration number provided through CDR to verify credential; and

8.1.2.3. Pay to the Board the licensing fee as stated in 4.1.2.1.

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W. Va. Code R. § 31-1-8