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Regular automobile
	Issued to autos, including vans and sport utility vehicles, when more than 50% of the internal capacity is dedicated to seating. Disabled parking version available. Issued to schools having a driver education program. Must have insurance filed with Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Motorcycle version available. More...
Registration Period 1 year; 5 years for Driver Ed (2013) Plate expiration All 12 months; December 31 for Driver Ed Fee $75; $5 for Driver Ed Number of plates Two Plates remain with Seller Plate color Black on white graphic or red on white graphic Statutory reference s.341.267; s.341.27(1)(2) DMV inquiry AUT “TIME” system inquiry PC
Personalized automobile
	Other plate types can be personalized. See the specific plate type for additional information. Disabled version available. More...
Registration Period 1 year Plate expiration All 12 months Fee Basic annual registration fee plus $15 per year Number of plates Two Plates remain with Seller Plate color Black on white graphic or red on white graphic Statutory reference s.341.145 DMV inquiry AUT “TIME” system inquiry PC

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Last modified: March 9, 2009