Omicron Variant Presses States to Consider Bar Exam Delays

Bar exam developers are warning that some states may delay February’s tests for a month as the Covid-19 omicron variant spreads in the U.S.

Most states will likely hold the exam in person on Feb. 22-23, but “testing materials will be available for makeup dates in late March,” the National Conference of Bar Examiners said in a Monday statement.

Online tests aren’t an option because the software provider’s deadlines have passed, the examiners said. Test takers should watch email and websites in their state for any changes, they said.

The announcement shows Covid-19 infections may cause delays while states ...