Section 440-RICR-10-00-1.7 - Applications for Registration/LicensureUnless otherwise indicated in R.I. Gen. Laws Chapters 5-65, 5-65.1, 5-65.2, 5-65.3, 5-73, and/or Parts 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of this Subchapter, the following provisions shall apply to all persons subject to this Subchapter.
1.7.1General ApplicationA. All persons applying for registration/license by the Board shall submit an application in a manner as prescribed by the Board, meet all pre-registration/licensing requirements, and submit the applicable fee, prior to obtaining registration/licensure.B. The Board may reject an incomplete application and return the application with an explanation of the deficiencies.C. All applicants for a registration/license, whether for initial or renewal, shall acknowledge the following "statement" by affixing their signature to the application prior to the application being considered by the Board. 1. "I acknowledge, understand, and agree that if a complaint is filed against me, I will attend and participate, in good faith, with any attempts to resolve the complaint by the Board, including, but not limited to informal resolutions, formal resolutions, and the administrative hearing process. My failure to do so may result in the imposition of fines against me and/or the suspension or revocation of my registration/licensure.1.7.2ExaminationA. As required, applicants shall pass such examination as the Board deems necessary to test the applicant's knowledge and skills prior to engaging in a discipline regulated by the Board.B. Examinations will be conducted at least three times a year by an approved third-party testing company. Testing locations, dates, times, and fees will be posted on the Board's website.C. Upon successful completion of the examination, the applicant must submit a copy of their exam certification to the Board with his/her application.D. If an applicant does not successfully complete the examination, he/she may retake the examination in accordance with the third-party testing company's policies.1.7.3Effective Date/TermA. Registrations/licenses issued pursuant to this Subchapter are effective upon issuance by the Board.B. Registrations/licenses are valid for two (2) years from the date issued.1.7.4Renewal and Reissuance of Registration/LicenseA. A registration/license may be renewed by the same procedure provided for an original registration/license, upon application, payment of the fee, and any additional supplemental information the Board may require.B. Unless ordered by the Board, written examinations and pre-education requirements are not a required component of renewal.C. A registration/license which has been voluntarily and temporarily surrendered shall be reinstated at no additional charge if reinstatement occurs within the registration/license period and there are no outstanding claims and/or violations pending. If there are outstanding claims or violations pending, the claims and/or violations must be resolved prior to reinstatement.D. A registration/license which has been revoked or suspended may be reissued or reinstated upon written request to the Board and satisfaction of all other requirements as ordered by the Board.E. The Board has the discretion to conditionally reissue or reinstate a registration/license which has been revoked or suspended in a manner not inconsistent with the general laws and provisions of this Subchapter.F. It is the responsibility of the registrant/licensee to ensure that the requirements for renewal, including timeliness, are met.1.7.5Lapsed Registration/LicenseA. A registration/license is deemed to have lapsed when it has not been renewed on/or before its expiration date. During this time, the person shall not solicit, perform, or offer to perform contracting services.B. If a registration/license becomes invalid or lapsed, any registration/license card(s) and/or registration/license certificates must be returned to the Board within five (5) business days.C. If a registration/license lapses for more than six (6) months, the person shall be required to meet the requirements for an original registration, including application, examination, pre-educational requirements, and payment of the fee, in addition to any back fees, penalties, and any additional supplemental information the Board may require.D. Waiver of Requirements Upon a Showing of Good Cause 1. The Board may consider granting a waiver of the renewal requirements for lapsed licenses upon a showing of good cause.2. The request shall be in writing and shall state the reasons for the waiver.3. Good cause includes, but is not limited to, illness, incapacitation, disability, (which is supported by a medical documentation) or military service.1.7.6Military Service Registration/License:A. Military Service Member1. In accordance with R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-87-1, applicants who are members of the military service and possess a registration/license from another state may provide proof of education, training, or service completed as a member of the Armed Forces or Reserves of the United States, the National Guard of any state, the Military Reserves of any state, or the Naval Militia of any state and evidence of their out-of-state registration/license.2. The Board will consider whether the education, training, and/or service is substantially equivalent to the requirements of this state. If so, the Board will attempt to expedite the issuance of the appropriate registration/license to the applicant.3. If the Board determines that the education, training, and service are not substantially equivalent to the requirements of this state, the Board may issue the service member a temporary registration/license for a period of time sufficient to allow the applicant to complete any specific requirements to obtain registration/licensure in this state.B. Military Service Member's Spouse: 1. In accordance with R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-88-1, the Board will expedite the issuance of registrations/licenses for applicants: a. Who are registered/licensed in another state to perform contracting services in a state other than Rhode Island;b. Whose spouse is a member of the Armed Forces of the United States;c. Whose spouse is the subject of a military transfer to Rhode Island; and d. Who left employment to accompany their spouse to Rhode Island, may apply to the Board for a registration/license based on the out of state registration/license.2. If the Board determines that the out of state registration/license is substantially equivalent to the requirements of this state, the Board may issue the applicant a registration/license.3. If the Board determines that the out of state registration/license is not substantially equivalent to the requirements of this state, the Board may issue the applicant a temporary registration/license for a period of time sufficient to allow the applicant to complete any specific requirements to obtain registration/licensure in this state.440 R.I. Code R. 440-RICR-10-00-1.7
Adopted effective 1/2/2019
Amended effective 12/17/2019