I already have a handicap placard for my rearview mirror and would like a sticker on my license plate. How do I get one?

What you are referring to is typically called a Disabled Person’s License Plate (or sometimes a “disabled license plate with the international symbol of access” or similar phrasing, depending on the state).

The process for getting a license plate with a disability symbol (instead of just the rearview mirror placard) involves applying through your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Department of Revenue (DOR), or local County Tag Office.

Since you already have the placard, you are likely already qualified. However, keep in mind that:

• Placard vs. Plate: Generally, the placard (for the rearview mirror) can be used in any vehicle you are traveling in. A disabled person’s license plate is permanently affixed to a specific vehicle, and usually, only people with permanent disabilities are eligible for the plate.
• You May Need to Choose: Some states require you to choose between having a disabled license plate or the rearview mirror placard, though some states will issue both or multiple placards if you have a disabled license plate.

General Steps to Get a Disabled Person’s License Plate (Sticker/Symbol):

1. Check Eligibility and Application Form:
   • Find the specific application form for a Disabled Person’s License Plate for your state (or county, as the process is often handled locally). A common name for the form might be something like “Disabled Person’s Parking Affidavit” or “Application for Disabled License Plate.”
   • Your existing placard application might already be enough, but you may need to submit a new form to specifically request the license plate.
2. Physician Certification:
   • Even if you already have the placard, the license plate application often requires your licensed physician, chiropractor, or other healthcare provider to complete and sign a section of the application form to certify your permanent disability.
3. Submit the Application and Required Documents:
   • Take the completed and certified form, along with any other required documentation (such as proof of residency, vehicle registration/title, current license plate, and driver’s license/ID), to your local County Tag Office, Tax Commissioner’s Office, or state DMV/DOR office.
   • There may be a small fee for the disabled person’s license plate, which is often separate from the annual registration fees.
4. Exchange/Receive Plate:
   • If you currently have a standard license plate on your vehicle, you will typically need to surrender that plate when you receive the new disabled person’s plate.

To get the most accurate information for your location, it’s recommended you contact or check the website for your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or local County Tag Office.