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| General Information | Any private emergency medical service organization as defined in section 4766.01 of the Ohio Revised Code, may apply for these plates. |
| Registrant Eligibility | A copy of the vehicle acquisition form or vehicle listing sheet - with the Red Stamp affixed (A vehicle must be re-inspected every years). A copy of the current wall certificate (certificate of licensure) issued by the Ohio Medical Transportation Board with the Red Stamp affixed. |
| Title Requirements | Ohio Certificate of Title issued in company's name, either singly or jointly, or the name is the same name on the lease agreement. |
| Vehicle Information | Currently, all emergency vehicles, regardless of how titled, are registered as passenger vehicles. |
| Type of Plates | System assigned plates only inscribed with the letters: EMS Vehicle. |
| Issuance Information | Plates must be obtained through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles in Columbus. These plates are also issued at Deputy Registrar license agencies. |
| Cost | There is an annual fee for EMS plates of $7.50, in addition to normal registration fees. The fee is determined by Ohio Revised Code section 4503.49. |
Fees |
New |
Renewal |
| Special Plate Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| New Plate Charge* | $7.50 | $0.00 |
| License Tax | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Permissive Tax** | $0.00 - $20.00 | $0.00 - $20.00 |
| Deputy Fee | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Plate Reflectorization Fee | $0.25 per plate | $0.00 |
| County Sticker(s) | $0.25 | $0.00 |
| Postage*** | current rate | current rate |
* |
The $7.50 fee does not apply if it is the first time the vehicle is registered by the owner or if the vehicle has not been plated in the last 12 months. |
** |
Permissive Tax is based upon customer's county of residence. (See county information) |
*** |
No postage is required if renewed at Deputy Registrar. |
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