Do you have a DMV Question?

Here are the typical steps, based on Arizona MVD information:

Fill out the Application Form: You will need to complete the Individual Disability – Hearing Impaired Plate/Placard Application (Form #96-0104).

This form is used for both placards and plates. You will select the option for a Disability Plate (or “Both” if you want to keep a placard as well).

You will need to provide your personal information and vehicle details, including the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), as the plate is assigned to a specific vehicle.

The vehicle must be owned or leased by the person with the disability (or the parent/legal guardian of a permanently disabled minor).

Medical Certification (May be Waived):

Since you already have a permanent placard, the MVD may have your medical certification on file.

However, if you are applying for a plate and your current record is not readily available, or if you are applying for both the first time, the application usually requires the Medical Certification section to be completed and signed by an authorized healthcare professional (like a physician, registered nurse practitioner, etc.).

You may be able to indicate on the form that the medical certification is already on file for your existing placard.

Submit the Application: Once the form is complete, you can submit it. In the Kingman area, you can:

Visit a local MVD or Authorized Third Party Office. This is often the quickest way to get the process started and address any questions.

Mail the completed application to the Special Plates Unit at the MVD in Phoenix (the exact mailing address is on the application form).

Key Points to Remember:

The disability plate replaces your existing license plate and is displayed on the vehicle you registered it to.

Disability plates in Arizona are generally valid for the duration of your vehicle registration and are renewed at the same time.

There is typically no fee to add the disability symbol to a standard plate, but you would pay any standard registration or renewal fees. Additional fees apply if you choose to personalize the plate.