Initial
Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) Registration Prescriber
Application Phases and Timeline
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Phase I
Current Timeframe:
2-3 weeks
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Phase I is the estimated time between receipt of a completed application (online or paper) and the Unit's initial review of the application and supplemental documentation. Upon issuance of a pre-requisite license, complete the appropriate CDS application, including the attestation, found at https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/dcu/Pages/applications.aspx and submit to CDS@dca.njoag.gov. If deficiencies exist (e.g. incomplete or incorrect application, inactive pre-requisite license), you will be notified via email or mail with instructions to correct your application. If no deficiencies exist, your application will be processed. Once your application has been processed, an email will be sent to your recorded email address (the email on file with your primary licensing board), which will include an invoice and instructions for submitting the application fee.
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Phase II
Current Timeframe:
1- 2 weeks |
Phase II is the estimated time between Phase I and the receipt of any remaining application deficiencies. If your application is not deficient, you will bypass Phase II and move to Phase III. Please note Phase II is contingent on applicant action and third party processing times. The estimated timeframe assumes the applicant takes immediate action when notified of application deficiencies.
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Phase III
Current Timeframe:
• 1-2 business days (online credit/debit card payments)
• 5-7 business days (mailed in check or money order payments)
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Phase III is the estimated time between Phase II and when the application is approved. Your CDS registration will become active upon remittance and processing of the application fee. Once the fee has been processed, you will receive a separate email notification which will include your CDS registration number, issue date, expiration date, and additional important information regarding your registration and requirements. You should receive your hard copy registration in the mail within 10-15 business days. |
Initial Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) Registration Non-Professional/Facility
Application Phases and Timeline
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Phase I
Current Timeframe:
2-3 weeks
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Phase I is the estimated time between receipt of a completed application (online or paper) and the Unit's initial review of the application and supplemental documentation. Upon issuance of a pre-requisite license, complete the appropriate CDS application, including the attestation, found at https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/dcu/Pages/applications.aspx and submit to CDS@dca.njoag.gov. If deficiencies exist (e.g. incomplete or incorrect application, inactive pre-requisite license, failure to submit background check form), you will be notified via email or mail with instructions to correct your application. If required as per the application, the background check process will be initiated. If your application does not require a background check or does not include any deficiencies, your application will be processed. Once your application has been processed an email will be sent to your recorded email address which will include an invoice and instructions for submitting the application fee.
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Phase II
Current Timeframe:
• 1-2 weeks (deficiencies)
• 6-8 weeks (background checks) |
Phase II is the estimated time between Phase I and the receipt of any remaining application deficiencies. If your application is not deficient or does not require a background check, you will bypass Phase II and move to Phase III. Please note Phase II is contingent on applicant action and third party processing times. The estimated timeframe assumes the applicant takes immediate action when notified of application deficiencies. Business applications (e.g. Narcotic Treatment Program, Researcher, etc.) requiring a State Police Criminal History Records Information (CHRI) check involve additional processing time. Upon completion of the background check(s), your application will be processed and an email will be sent to your recorded email address, which will include an invoice and instructions for submitting the application fee.
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Phase III
Current Timeframe:
• 2-3 business days (online credit/debit card payments)
• 5-7 business days (mailed in check or money order payments)
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Phase III is the estimated time between Phase II and when the application is approved. Your CDS registration will become active upon remittance and processing of the application fee. Once the fee has been processed you will receive a separate email notification, which will include your CDS registration number, issue date, expiration date, and additional important information regarding your registration and requirements. You should receive your hard copy registration in the mail within 10-15 business days. |
