Disability Parking Permit: Disability License Plates & Placards In California
Read below for more information about disabled parking regulations and disabled parking placards, including how to apply for one. California Disabled Placards The CA DMV offers several types of disabled license plates and handicap placards for drivers with disabilities: - Permanent placards and plates. - Temporary parking placards. - Travel placards. A disabled placard or license plate allows you to park in certain places, but some parking is still off limits. You CAN park: - In marked disabled spaces, such as those with: - A wheelchair. - Blue curbs. You CANNOT park: - In striped areas next to handicap parking spaces. - At red, yellow, or white curbs. Permanent Placards & Plates Permanent handicap parking permits are available ONLY if you have a permanent disability that is certified by a medical professional. The California DMV issues: Permanent placards, if you are a permanently disabled driver. Disabled person (DP) license plates, if you have a vehicle registered in your name. ...