(1) A temporary practice permit to practice pharmacy may be issued to an applicant who meets all of the requirements and qualifications for the license, except the results of the fingerprint-based national background check, if required.

(2) A temporary practice permit to practice pharmacy may be issued to an applicant who:

(a) Holds an unrestricted, active license by examination in another state which participates in the license transfer or reciprocity process;

(b) Has completed a Washington application for pharmacist license by transfer or reciprocity;

(c) Has submitted pharmacist license application fees;

(d) Has passed the Washington state jurisprudence exam;

(e) Is not subject to denial of a license or issuance of a conditional or restricted license; and

(f) Does not have a criminal record in Washington state.

(3) A temporary practice permit grants the individual the full scope of practice of pharmacy, except the ability to qualify as a responsible pharmacist manager.

(4) A temporary practice permit expires when any one of the following occurs:

(a) The license is granted;

(b) A notice of decision on the application is mailed to the applicant, unless the notice of decision specifically extends the duration of the temporary practice permit; or

(c) One hundred eighty days after the temporary practice permit is issued.

(5) To receive a temporary practice permit, the applicant must submit the fingerprint card, a written request for a temporary practice permit, and applicable fees.