Laws and Permits for Disabled Drivers in New York

In New York State, disability license plates and plaques are issued to people with permanent or temporary disabilities. You can get disability numbers in case of permanent or temporary disability. In any case, you will need to provide confirmation from a doctor that you are disabled. Once you have this proof, you can apply for various parking permits.

Permission types

In New York State, you may qualify for:

• Temporary Disability Permit
• Permit for permanent disability
• License plate of temporary incapacity for work
• Permanent Disability License Plate
• Refusal to park by meter

In addition, if you are not a New York State resident and are simply passing through, you may be able to obtain a disability license plate, New York State permit or waiver for the time you are in the State. .

New York City permits and posters can also be used in any other state.

Getting permission

In New York, you can get a parking meter waiver from your local clerk's office. You can get a permit or a plate from the New York DMV.

In most jurisdictions, you will need to complete an Application for a Parking Permit or License Plate for Persons with Severe Disabilities (Form MV-664.1). This applies to both permanent and temporary plaques and you will need to provide a letter from your doctor confirming that you are disabled.

To waive a parking meter, you will need to file a Severely Disabled Persons Waiver Application (MV-664.1MP) and again you will need to provide a letter from your doctor.

License plates for the disabled

You can apply for a disabled license plate by going to the DMV office in New York and submitting an Application for a Parking Permit or Severely Disabled License Plate (MV-664.1). You will need to provide your current license plates and vehicle registration. If you are registering a vehicle for the first time, you will be required to submit an Application for Vehicle Registration/Ownership (Form MV-82) along with proof of identification.

Disabled Veterans

If you are a disabled veteran, you will need to submit an Application for Military and Veterans Customs Numbers (MV-412) along with proof of disability.

Renewals

All disabled parking permits are subject to renewal and their expiration dates will vary. Permanent renewal varies by jurisdiction. Temporary permits are valid for six months. The plates are good for the duration of your check-in.

Lost permissions

If you lose your permit or it is stolen, you will need to contact your clerk's office for a replacement. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may need to reapply.

As a New Yorker, if you have a disability, you are entitled to certain rights and privileges. However, this does not mean that you do not need to complete the proper paperwork in order to benefit. You must provide certain information, and you will also need to renew your permission periodically.