16.23.3.18 NMAC
License Expiration
A. Respiratory care licenses not renewed by the end of the renewal year will be expired and invalid. B. Official notification of license expiration may be sent via electronic mail to the last address on file with the department. C. A person continuing to practice without a valid license is in violation of Section 61-12B-4 NMSA of the Respiratory Care Act and may be guilty of a misdemeanor. The department may seek civil action against the violator in accordance with Section 61-12B-15 NMSA 1978.