How soon must a revoked or suspended RPh license be mailed or delivered to the board?

• A. 12 hours
• B. 24 hours
• C. 48 hours
• D. 72 hours

Answer: (B)

The key idea is that when a pharmacist’s license is suspended or revoked, the license must be surrendered to the board promptly to reflect the change in status and prevent any further use of an invalid license. The required timeframe is within 24 hours of the board taking action, so the board has timely control of the license and records. Taking longer could leave the license in circulation or allow someone to practice under a suspended or revoked status, which is not acceptable. If you’re out of state, mailing the license within that 24-hour window still meets the requirement; the emphasis is on rapid delivery to the board.