CP-30

The New York State DMV Form CP-30, titled Application for Custom Plates, is the primary legal document used by motorists to request specialized license plates by mail. It facilitates the ordering of several plate types, including standard series custom plates (where the number is assigned by the DMV), personalized plates with unique character combinations, and plates featuring the Universal Symbol of Access for individuals with disabilities. The form requires applicants to provide comprehensive vehicle and owner information, including the current plate number, vehicle make and year, and the registrant's date of birth and contact details.

The application process involves specific guidelines for plate configurations, allowing for 2 to 8 characters on passenger/commercial plates and 2 to 6 characters on motorcycle plates, with strict prohibitions against offensive language or configurations that mimic official plates. Financial obligations include an initial purchase fee (typically $60.00 for standard custom plates) and an annual renewal fee ($31.25) that is billed biennially with the vehicle registration. Completed applications must be mailed to the Custom Plates Unit in Albany with a check, money order, or credit card authorization, and applicants are warned that making false statements on the form is a misdemeanor under Section 392 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law.