Texas Fire Alarm License Practice Test

If a license has been expired for less than 90 days, how can it be renewed?

1. Pay the renewal fee only

2. Pay the renewal fee plus an additional fee

3. Reapply for a new license

4. Complete a new training course

The correct answer is: Pay the renewal fee plus an additional fee

When a license has been expired for less than 90 days, the renewal process typically involves paying the renewal fee as well as an additional late renewal fee. This policy is designed to encourage timely renewal while recognizing the lapse in the validity of the license. The specific structure of the fees can vary by state, but the inclusion of a late fee serves as a financial incentive for license holders to maintain their licenses actively and avoid expiration. It's important to understand that simply paying the renewal fee alone would not apply in this scenario, as the additional fee is a requirement for late renewals. Reapplying for a new license or completing a new training course is generally not necessary for renewals unless the license has been expired for an extended period or specific regulations mandate retraining. Hence, the correct answer reflects the procedural requirement for a license that is recently expired.