Which rule governs the process for reissuing a lost or expired registration certificate?

• A. Reinstatement, reissue or replacement of cert
• B. Fees
• C. Admin investigation
• D. Separability clause

Answer: (A)

The rule that governs reissuing a lost or expired registration certificate is the policy on reinstatement, reissue or replacement of certificate. This rule provides the authority and step-by-step process to obtain a duplicate or renewed certificate when the original is lost or has expired. It outlines what needs to be done, such as filing a formal request, providing identification and proof of loss or status, possibly submitting a sworn statement of loss, and paying the prescribed fee. This rule ensures continuity of licensure while protecting against misuse by clearly defining the steps, required documentation, and timelines for processing.

Fees are a component of the process but do not alone govern how reissuance is done; admin investigations relate to disciplinary actions rather than routine reissue; and the separability clause is a constitutional concept about severability and is not specific to reissuing a certificate.