What must be true for a license suspension to occur?

For a license suspension to occur, it is essential that the officer is licensed in the first place. If an individual is not a licensed officer, there is no license to suspend, rendering the question of suspension irrelevant. The requirement of having a license establishes the framework within which professional conduct, compliance with regulations, and disciplinary measures are applied. Therefore, being licensed is the foundational aspect that must be satisfied for any further actions regarding suspension to be valid.

In contrast, while conviction of a crime, a voluntary request for suspension, or failure to meet renewal requirements may lead to suspension, these statements pertain to specific conditions under which suspension could occur, rather than the fundamental requirement that there must be an existing license to suspend.