North Dakota § 43-28-16.2 - License renewals
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 43-28-16.2 — License renewals, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43-28-16.2. License renewals
1. Licenses expire on December thirty-first of every odd-numbered year. 2. Licenses may be renewed by December thirty-first of the odd-numbered year by submitting a renewal application, a renewal fee established by the board by rule, and proof of completion of the continuing education requirements established by the board by rule, provided grounds for denial under section 43-28-18 do not exist as determined by the board. 3. If the renewal application, renewal fee, and proof of completion of continuing education are not received by December thirty-first of the odd-numbered year, the license expires and the individual may not practice dentistry. 4. Within sixty days after December thirty-first of the odd-numbered year, an expired license may be renewed by submitting the renewal application, renewal fee, proof of completion of continuing education, and a late fee established by the board by rule. 5. Between sixty-one days and one year after December thirty-first of the odd-numbered year, an expired license may be renewed if the individual submits a renewal application, pays the renewal fee, pays an amount equal to twice the late renewal fee, and submits other documentation sought by the board confirming the individual retains the skills necessary to practice. 6. If the renewal application, renewal fee, proof of completion of continuing education, and late fee are not received within one year after December thirty-first of the odd-numbered year, the license may not be renewed, and the individual must apply for and meet the requirements for licensure to be granted a license. 7. The board may extend the renewal deadlines for an individual providing proof of medical or other hardship rendering the individual unable to meet the deadline.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 43-28-16.2
What does North Dakota Century Code § 43-28-16.2 cover?
Section 43-28-16.2 ("License renewals") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 43-28-16.2?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 43-28-16.2" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 43-28-16.2 apply to my situation?
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