Current series | |
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Slogan | Wild, Wonderful |
Size | 12 in × 6 in 30 cm × 15 cm |
Material | Aluminum |
Serial format | 0AB 123 01A 123 AAB 123 A1A 123 (month-coded) |
Introduced | January 1995 (additionally with web address from December 2000 to early 2006) |
Availability | |
Issued by | West Virginia Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles |
History | |
First issued | May 1, 1905 |
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The U.S. state of West Virginia first required its residents to register their motor vehicles and display license plates in 1905. Plates are currently issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles of the West Virginia Department of Transportation. Only rear plates have been required since 1944.
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Passenger baseplates[edit]
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1905 to 1970[edit]
In 1956, the United States, Canada, and Mexico came to an agreement with the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, the Automobile Manufacturers Association and the National Safety Council that standardized the size for license plates for vehicles (except those for motorcycles) at 6 inches (15 cm) in height by 12 inches (30 cm) in width, with standardized mounting holes.[1] The 1956–57 (dated 1957) issue was the first West Virginia license plate that complied with these standards.
Image | Dates issued | Design | Slogan | Serial format | Serials issued | Notes |
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1905 | unknown | none | 123 | 1 to approximately 200 | ||
1906 | Embossed gray serial on dark blue plate; 'W. VA.' at right; 'LICENSED' and '1906' above and below serial respectively | none | 123 | 201 to approximately 500 | ||
1907–09 | Black serial on white porcelain plate; 'W. VA.' at right and 'LICENSED' centered at top | none | 1234 | 401 to approximately 1100 | ||
1909–10 | Black serial on red porcelain plate; 'W. VA. 1909' at right and 'LICENSED' centered at top | none | 123 | 1 to approximately 900 | ||
1910–11 | White serial on dark blue porcelain plate; 'W. VA. 1910' at right and 'LICENSED' centered at top | none | 1234 | 1 to approximately 1700 | ||
1911–12 | Black serial on white porcelain plate; 'W VA' at left, vertical '1911' at right and 'LICENSED' centered at top | none | 1234 | 1 to approximately 2500 | ||
1912–13 | White serial on forest green porcelain plate; vertical '1912' and 'W. VA' at left and right respectively; 'LICENSE' centered at top | none | 1234 | 1 to approximately 3500 | ||
1913–14 | Yellow serial on black porcelain plate; vertical 'JULY 1914' and 'W. VA.' at left and right respectively; 'LICENSE' centered at top | none | 1234 | 1 to approximately 6000 | ||
1914–15 | White serial on light blue porcelain plate; vertical '1914 1915' and 'W. VA.' at left and right respectively; 'LICENSE' centered at top | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 10500 | ||
1915–16 | White serial on red porcelain plate; vertical '1915 1916' and 'W. VA.' at left and right respectively; 'LICENSE' centered at top | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 16500 | ||
1916–17 | Navy blue serial on white flat metal plate; vertical 'W. VA.' and '1916-17' at left and right respectively; 'LICENSED' centered at top | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 25000 | ||
1917–18 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate with border line; 'W.VA 17-18' at right | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 33000 | ||
1918–19 | Embossed black serial on white plate with border line; 'W.VA 18-19' at right | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 43000 | ||
1919–20 | Embossed white serial on black plate with border line; 'W.VA 19-20' at right | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 66000 | Valid from July 1, 1919 through December 31, 1920. | |
1921 | Embossed white serial on dark blue plate with border line; 'W VA' monogram and '1921' at right | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 87000 | ||
1922 | Embossed black serial on tan plate with border line; 'W VA' monogram and '1922' at right | none | 12345 | 1 to approximately 96000 | ||
1923 | Embossed red serial on white plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1923' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 141-000 | First use of the full state name. | |
1924 | Embossed white serial on maroon plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1924' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 165-000 | ||
1925 | Embossed dark blue serial on orange plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1925' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 173-000 | ||
1926 | Embossed white serial on dark blue plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1926' at top | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 211-000 | ||
1927 | Embossed black serial on gray plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1927' at top | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 207-000 | ||
1928 | Embossed white serial on dark green plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1928' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 217-000 | ||
1929 | Embossed orange serial on black plate; 'WEST VIRGINIA 1929' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 232-000 | ||
1930 | Embossed black serial on gray plate; 'W. VA. – 1930' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 223-000 | ||
1931 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate; 'W. VA. – 1931' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 213-000 | ||
1932 | Embossed white serial on black plate; 'W. VA. – 1932' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 192-000 | ||
1933–34 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate; 'W. VA. – 1933' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 214-000 | Validated from January 1 through June 30, 1934 with windshield stickers. | |
1934–35 | Embossed black serial on yellow plate; 'W. VA.-34-35' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 207-000 | ||
1935–36 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate; 'W. VA.-35-36' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 219-000 | ||
1936–37 | Embossed black serial on yellow plate; 'W. VA.-36-37' centered at top | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 224-000 | ||
1937–38 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate; 'W. VA.-37-38' centered at top | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 237-000 | ||
1938–39 | Embossed black serial on yellow plate; 'W. VA.-38-39' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 236-000 | ||
1939–40 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate; 'W. VA.-39-40' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 245-000 | ||
1940–41 | Embossed black serial on yellow plate; 'W. VA.-40-41' centered at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 258-000 | ||
1941–44 | Embossed yellow serial on black plate with border line; 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-42' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 349-000 | Revalidated until June 30, 1943 with white tabs, then until June 30, 1944 with windshield stickers, due to metal conservation for World War II. | |
1944–45 | Embossed black serial on yellow plate with border line; 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-45' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 214-000 | ||
1945–46 | As 1941–44 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-46' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 239-000 | ||
1946–47 | As 1944–45 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-47' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 250-000 | ||
1947–48 | As 1941–44 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-48' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 282-000 | ||
1948–49 | As 1944–45 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-49' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 312-000 | ||
1949–50 | As 1941–44 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-50' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 339-000 | ||
1950–51 | As 1944–45 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-51' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 365-000 | ||
1951–52 | As 1941–44 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-52' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 377-000 | ||
1952–53 | As 1944–45 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-53' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 379-000 | ||
1953–54 | As 1941–44 base, but with 'W. VA. EXP.-6-30-54' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 399-000 | ||
1954–55 | As 1944–45 base, but with 'WEST VIRGINIA 54' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 418-000 | ||
1955–56 | Embossed white serial on green plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA 56' at bottom | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 436-000 | ||
1956–57 | Embossed yellow serial on dark blue plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '57' at bottom right | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 461-000 | First 6' x 12' plate. | |
1957–58 | Embossed green serial on white plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '58' at bottom right | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 469-000 | ||
1958–59 | Embossed white serial on green plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '59' at bottom right | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 478-000 | ||
1959–60 | Embossed red serial on white plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '60' at bottom right | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 471-000 | ||
1960–61 | Embossed white serial on dark red plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '61' at bottom right | none | 123-456 | 1 to 141-826[2] | ||
As above, but with elements debossed | 141-827 to approximately 476-000 | |||||
1961–62 | Embossed green serial on reflective white plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '62' at bottom right | none | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 488-000 | ||
1962–63 | Debossed yellow serial on reflective blue plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '63' at bottom right | '1863 CENTENNIAL 1963' at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 490-000 | Both this and the 1963–64 base commemorated West Virginia's 100 years as a separate state. | |
1963–64 | Embossed blue serial on reflective yellow plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; '19' at bottom left and '64' at bottom right | '1863 CENTENNIAL 1963' at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 521-000 | ||
1964–65 | As 1962–63 base, but with '65' at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 522-000 | ||
1965–66 | As 1963–64 base, but with '66' at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 558-000 | ||
1966–67 | As 1962–63 base, but with '67' at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 582-000 | ||
1967–68 | As 1963–64 base, but with '68' at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 603-000 | ||
1968–69 | As 1962–63 base, but with '69' at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 625-000 | ||
1969–70 | As 1963–64 base, but with '70' at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 123-456 | 1 to approximately 591-000 |
1970 to present[edit]
Image | Dates issued | Design | Slogan | Serial format | Serials issued | Notes |
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1970–75 | Embossed blue serial on reflective yellow plate with border line; 'WEST VIRGINIA' centered at bottom; sticker box at bottom right | 'MOUNTAIN STATE' centered at top | 0A-1234 AA-1234 | First character corresponds to month of expiration (see right) | 1 through 9 indicated January through September respectively, and O, N and D indicated October, November and December respectively. This system remains in use today. | |
1976–82 | Embossed dark blue serial on reflective white plate; yellow state shape with blue outline screened at left behind serial; 'WEST VIRGINIA' screened in dark blue centered at bottom | Dark blue bar screened at top with 'Wild, Wonderful' in white in the center | 0A-1234 AA-1234 | First character corresponds to month of expiration | ||
1982 – December 1994 | As above, but without blue outline around state shape | 0AB-123 AAB-123 | Two-letter series introduced for each month as one-letter series were exhausted. These series progressed as follows: both letters A through M only, then first letter N through Z and second letter A through M, then first letter A through M and second letter N through Z. | |||
January 1995 – December 2000 | Embossed dark blue serial on reflective white plate; dark blue bar screened at top containing 'West Virginia' in gold in the center; thin gold stripe screened between dark blue bar and serial | 'Wild, Wonderful' screened in dark blue centered at bottom, with three stripes (two dark blue and one gold) screened on either side | 0A 1234 0AB 123 01A 123 AA 1234 AAB 123 A1A 123 | First character corresponds to month of expiration | Series reset to A for all months; progression is as before but with two-letter series progressing in standard order (AA-AZ, BA-BZ etc.). Series S and SA-SZ reserved for optional Scenic plates. Number-letter series introduced October 2015 as two-letter series started to be exhausted. | |
December 2000 – early 2006 | 'Wild, Wonderful' as before, plus 'www.callwva.com' in dark blue between state name and serial, cutting off thin gold stripe in the middle | |||||
early 2006 – present | 'Wild, Wonderful' as before; web address dropped |
Optional plates[edit]
Image | Type | Dates issued | Design | Slogan | Serial format | Serials issued | Notes |
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Scenic | 1996–present | Embossed dark blue serial on reflective graphic plate with mountain scene featuring white and orange sky, pale blue mountains and dark blue forest; 'West Virginia' screened in dark blue centered at top | 'Wild, Wonderful' screened in dark blue centered at bottom | 0S 1234 0SA 123 AS 1234 ASA 123 | First character corresponds to month of expiration | Similar monthly serial formats to standard passenger base, but with series progressing S, then SA, SB, SC etc. 'www.callwva.com' appeared between state name and serial during the early and mid-2000s. | |
9/11 | 2002–present | Embossed black serial on reflective white plate; 'West Virginia' screened in white against national flag motif at top; 'September 11, 2001' screened in black centered at bottom | 'We will not Forget..' screened in black at left | 9/11 12345 | 9/11 0001 to present | ||
Sesquicentennial | 2012–present | Screened dark blue serial on reflective gradient gold plate; state seal at left and state shape at right; 'West Virginia' screened in dark blue centered at top | 'Wild & Wonderful for 150 Years!' screened in dark blue centered at bottom | S/Q123456 | S/Q000001 to present | Commemorates West Virginia's 150 years as a separate state. |
References[edit]
- ^Garrish, Christopher (October 2016). 'Reconsidering the Standard Plate Size'. Plates. Vol. 62 no. 5. Automobile License Plate Collectors Association.
- ^Tanner, Eric N. 'West Virginia License Plates - Variations'. allaboutlicenseplates.com. Retrieved December 6, 2014.
External links[edit]
Retrieved from 'https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Vehicle_registration_plates_of_West_Virginia&oldid=918959415'
1. Get Started With Online Assistance to Replace Your Registration Sticker
If you renewed your car registration but have not received your registration sticker in the mail, you may request a replacement sticker online, in person or by mail. However, the availability of these methods varies from state to state. To receive replacement registration stickers, you must contact the DMV, provide proof of identity and submit information about your vehicle. Moreover, you must prove that you have renewed your registration and paid the applicable fees but failed to receive an updated sticker. Our guide contains all the requirements and procedures to obtain a replacement car registration. You will also learn about other vehicle-related transactions, such as the process for updating the name or address on your registration.
2. By Mail
Some states allow motorists to request a replacement registration sticker via mail. To do so, applicants must send in copies of documents that contain required personal details and vehicle specifications. Additionally, you must verify that you renewed your registration and paid all applicable fees. Because you did not receive your registration sticker through the mail in the first place, it is important to make sure that you are sending in the correct documents to the proper address. Also, make sure to verify that your address is up-to-date with the DMV, as delays or cancellations can occur if your file is not updated.
3. In Person at a DMV Office
Certain car owners may prefer or be required to visit a DMV office in order to claim the registration sticker they did not receive. During your visit, you will be required to identify yourself with a drivers license or photo ID card. Then, you must provide vehicle-related credentials so that the DMV can locate your records and verify that your registration has been renewed. Because most DMV branches are known for long wait times, it can be helpful to schedule an appointment in advance, if possible. To avoid mistakes that would cause you to visit the DMV a second time, make sure that you are fully prepared to bring the required documentation in person.
You must have a West Virginia DMV registration sticker and title to operate a vehicle, whether you drive a motor vehicle, a trailer and certain other types of vehicles. This decal is an important part of the vehicle registration process, as it shows that you paid fees and are permitted to drive with the authority of the Division of Motor Vehicles. If your WV registration sticker was not received after you paid for registration or renewal, you must make sure to replace the document as soon as possible to maintain your driving privileges.
After your vehicle is registered, you will obtain a car tag sticker, as well as a license plate. You must have registration documents in your vehicle at all times, along with your insurance certificate. Registration fees will vary based on the vehicle classes and types. You can expect to receive a renewal notice 30 days prior to your expiration date. To ensure accuracy, the Department of Motor Vehicles usually prints off the vehicle registration renewal documents months ahead of it being sent out. It is important to note that this notice is only a reminder that your expiration date is coming up.
West Virginia car plate sticker renewal should happen regardless of if you receive a notice or not. It is best not to wait to receive one if your expiration date is coming up. If you need a DMV sticker replacement, you may be able to renew your registration instead of simply requesting a replacement decal. In West Virginia, you are able to renew your registration sticker through four different methods. You can renew and request a registration sticker online, by mail, in person at a DMV office or at a participating local county sheriff’s office. The last option depends on the county in which you live. If your DMV sticker was not received, you can read the sections below to find out how to order a replacement and the various reasons for lost decals.
Common Reasons That a Registration Sticker Not Being Received in West Virginia
If your WV car sticker was not received in the mail, it may be the result of your failure to renew your vehicle registration and license plates. To avoid this particular situation, it is best to renew your registration as early as possible. In the process of renewing your vehicle registration, you must pass an inspection every 12 months for safety purposes. You must have an unexpired decal and registration document in your car to complete the inspection transaction. Without proof of inspection, registration documents and a decal, your vehicle cannot be operated.
Another reason you did not receive your decal for vehicle registration is based on an incorrect address. If the reason your DMV registration sticker was not received is due to old address information, you must make sure to change your mailing and/or residence address with the DMV online or by mail. Per DMV requirements, you should make address changes no more than 10 days after moving or changing your mailing address information. This is to ensure that you get all DMV correspondence, not just registration details.
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Can I legally drive if my West Virginia registration sticker was not received?
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In West Virginia, it is illegal to drive with expired registration and license plates. Even if you submitted your renewal but never got the decal, you can still be pulled over if law enforcement sees that your tags are expired. When you drive under these conditions, you are more susceptible to receiving citations until the issue is resolved. It is best speak with the DMV as soon as possible if your decal is delayed or missing, as there may be an error with the DMV office.
Additional Consequences of a Car Sticker Not Received
In addition to you being more susceptible to police pulling you over, the longer you wait to get decal, the more difficult it will be to obtain your updated car tag. West Virginia has no grace period and temporary tags are only issued to vehicles purchased through West Virginia dealers.
Steps to Take if Your DMV Sticker was Not Received
In the event that your West Virginia decal is lost after you submit your renewal request, you should contact a regional office in West Virginia or the local sheriff’s office, when applicable to your county or location. They will confirm where your tag is in the process of getting to you, or if you need to make any changes to your information.
Where to Get Registration Sticker Replacements in West Virginia
You may get a DMV sticker replacement in West Virginia if the registration tag is lost in the mail, or if your plate and/or decal was stolen or destroyed. You may also be given one if you undergo an address change and update your registration information.
In West Virginia, it is important to take care of your car plate sticker renewal before your expiration date approaches. This can be done by renewing your registration sticker online if you have a valid form of payment. If you want to request the replacement online, you must make sure you have the proper documents ready. You can also renew your vehicle car tag through mail using the renewal notice, assuming you are eligible to submit a renewal request. Make sure that the renewal is sent with the correct fee amount, personal property tax receipts and information verifying your insurance.
Obtaining your West Virginia DMV registration sticker can also be done by renewing through your DMV regional office. This method requires you to bring your insurance information, property tax receipts and a proper form of payment.
In West Virginia, there is the possibility of your County Sheriff’s office being able to process a vehicle registration for you. If the office does process registrations, you will need to bring your car tag sticker renewal notice, property tax receipts, a form of payment and insurance information. It is important to note that the sheriff’s office can only grant renewals to Class A passenger vehicles and motorcycle registrations, known as Class G.
If you are not eligible for renewal but your registration decal was not received, you can submit a request for a duplicate online or by mail. For online replacement, you must pay with a credit card and you must print out the temporary registration. The temporary registration should be kept in your car, and it will expire in 60 days. For a by-mail request, you must submit a check with the completed application. With this new decal, you will also receive new registration paperwork.
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Last updated on Monday, June 3 2019.
Sources
- Duplicate Registration/Decal/Plate/Change of Address from transportation.wv.gov