The Washington State Board of Denturists adopted rule amendments for WAC 246-812-159 to require licensed denturists to complete and pass the Jurisprudence (JP) examination at annual renewal. 

There were no comments received for this rule. 

Attached is the CR-103 Rule-Making Order, filed as WSR #25-23-009 on November 6, 2025. The rule is effective 31 days after the filing date. 

For questions or comments, please contact Adriana Barcena, Program Manager. 

WSR 25-23-009

What does this mean for Denturists in WA?

The Washington State Board of Denturists has adopted amendments requiring licensed denturists to complete and pass the Jurisprudence (JP) examination every year as part of their annual license renewal.

• Effective Date: December 7, 2025
• Purpose: To ensure ongoing knowledge of state laws and regulations governing denturist practice.
• Impact: This adds a mandatory annual JP exam to the existing continuing competency requirements. Denturists must successfully pass this exam to renew their license.

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