When do retired licenses expire?

In Minnesota, a retired license is governed by the same regulations that manage active licenses in relation to their validity period. Specifically, retired licenses typically expire on a three-year cycle just as active licenses do. This reflects a standard practice in professional licensing to ensure that all practitioners stay updated with current standards and regulations within their field. By adhering to this three-year renewal cycle, the regulatory body can maintain a level of accountability and oversight for all licensed practitioners, regardless of their active status.

Options that suggest expiration at the end of the year or when a licensee chooses to expire it do not align with the structured cycle mandated by Minnesota law. Similarly, tying the expiration to an individual's birth date does not correspond with the regulations governing retired licenses, which follow the systematic three-year renewal framework applicable to all licensed professionals.