Section 1371.270  Renewals

a)         Every license issued under the Act shall expire on September 30 of each odd numbered year.  The holder of a license may renew the license during the month preceding the expiration date by paying the required fee and completing any required forms.

b)         Licensed contestants shall provide with their renewal proof of completion of a recent physical examination by a physician as specified in Sections 1371.300 and 1371.400.  Failure to provide the proof shall result in expiration of the license.  No contestant may participate in any contest while his or her license is expired.

c)         A contestant over age 35 who has not competed in a contest within the last 36 months, or other period determined by the Division, may be required to appear before the Board to determine his or her fitness to participate in a contest.

d)         It is the responsibility of each licensee to notify the Division of any change of address in writing within 30 days after the change becomes effective.  Failure to receive a renewal form from the Division shall not constitute an excuse for failure to renew a license.

e)         A licensee who changes his or her name must notify the Division in writing within 30 days after the change becomes effective.  Licensees are required to submit legal documentation proving the name change.