What characterizes a license that has been suspended?

A suspended license is characterized by the inability to practice legally while the suspension is in effect. However, during the period of suspension, renewal may still be possible, which means that the holder can apply to renew the license even though they cannot use it. This indicates that the license itself is still considered valid in the sense that it can be renewed once the suspension is lifted, but the individual is prohibited from practicing until that happens.

The other options incorrectly describe the nature of a suspended license. Renewal being prohibited would mean that the holder could not maintain the license during the suspension, which contradicts the process established for dealing with suspended licenses. Similarly, indicating that the holder can continue to practice implies that the person is operating within legal parameters, which is not the case under suspension. Lastly, the notion that the license cannot expire is misleading, as all licenses have expiration dates regardless of their status, and a suspended license still exists within the regulatory framework governing licensure.