Coast Guard
2011-01-06
US Coast Guard
Code Section:
32-6-650
Primary Tag Type(s): CO (Pre-numbered)
Available to US Coast Guard active, retired,
honorably discharged
Series Began: January 2011
 
Who may purchase license plates in this category? 
All residents of Alabama who are active, retired, or
honorably discharged veterans of the
U.S. Coast Guard.

Is there any documentation required to be presented
by the registrant prior to purchasing this plate?
Yes.
One of the following documents must be presented to
the license plate issuing official:
  • Military ID; or
  • Leave and Earnings Statement; or
  • DD214.
"Application for Disability Access Parking Privileges"
must be provided to obtain the disability access
license plate. 

What registration fees are associated with the
purchase of this license plate?
 
 $23.00-$890.00 depending on the type of vehicle
registered.
 
May the plates be personalized?  No
 
Additional fees:  $3.00
 
How often are the additional fees paid? 
Only when a metal plate is issued.
 
Are plates in this category transferable? 
If so, to whom? 
No. The distinctive license plate follows
the owner.
 
What type of vehicles may this plate be displayed
upon?
 Private passenger automobiles, pickup trucks,
and pleasure motor vehicles  (i.e., recreational vehicles).
 
How are the net proceeds from the purchase of
this plate distributed?
The net proceeds are distributed
to base in accordance with the provisions of Sections
40-12-269 and 40-12-270, Code of Alabama.
 
How often does the license plate design change?
Every five (5) years
 
May the surviving spouse obtain the plate? No
May the surviving spouse retain the plate? No
How many plates may the registrant obtain? No limit