When is a license considered to be lapsed in Georgia?

In Georgia, a physical therapy license is deemed to have lapsed if the renewal fee is not paid by a specific deadline. According to state regulations, if a license is not renewed by January 1 of the year following the expiration date—which is commonly set at December 31 of the renewal year—it remains valid for a short grace period but is considered lapsed if not successfully renewed by February 28.

This time frame allows practitioners a window to rectify the situation before the license becomes inactive. After this date, practitioners cannot legally practice without a valid license until they have completed the renewal process. Understanding this timeline is crucial for physical therapists in Georgia to maintain their legal ability to practice.