Virginia Law

A. An extension of the time period to meet renewal requirements may be approved only under specific circumstances that do not allow special conservators of the peace to complete the required procedures within the prescribed time period. The following are the only circumstances for which extensions may be granted:

1. Extended illness;

2. Extended injury; or

3. Military or foreign service.

B. A request for extension shall:

1. Be submitted in writing, dated and signed by the individual prior to the expiration date of the time limit required for completion of the requirements;

2. Indicate the projected date the individual will be able to comply with the requirements; and

3. Include a copy of the physician's record of the injury or illness or a copy of the government orders.

C. No extension will be approved for registrations that have expired.

D. Applications for additional extensions may be approved upon written request of the individual.

E. The individual shall be nonoperational during the period of extension.