North Dakota Century Code Title 43. Occupations and Professions § 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.