SEC.  73-63-35. [Expiration of certificates; renewal; lost or destroyed certificates.]

(1) Certificates of registration shall be valid for a period of two (2) years, and shall expire on a date or dates established by the board. The board shall notify every registered professional geologist of the date of expiration of that person's certificate and the amount of the fee that shall be required for its renewal at least sixty (60) days before the expiration date. Upon expiration, a certificate shall be canceled and is invalid, and may not be renewed unless provided in this chapter.

 (2) The board shall renew the certificate of registration or certificate of enrollment of any registrant who, within sixty (60) days following the expiration date:

 (a) Submits a renewal application, the renewal fee and any penalty for late renewal; and

 (b) Meets the requirements for renewal established by the board which may include requiring evidence of continued competence in the practice of geology through a review of qualifications and experience.

 (3) The board shall establish requirements and conditions for the reissuance of certificates of registration and certificates of enrollment which have lapsed, expired, or have been suspended or revoked.

 (4) The board shall issue a new certificate to replace any certificate of registration or certificate of enrollment which has been lost, destroyed, or mutilated. The holder of the certificate shall bear the cost of issuing a new certificate.

SOURCES: 1997 Laws, Chapter 522, Sec. 18, HB953, Effective July 1, 1997.