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Disability Parking in Fort Smith

• Fort Smith, Arkansas Disability Parking Laws

  Long-term or temporary mobility impairments including: unable to walk more than 100 feet without rest, require walking aids, need portable oxygen, Class III/IV heart conditions, limited lung capacity, amputations, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries, or any condition causing impaired mobility as certified by a medical professional.

  • Permanent placards valid for 4 years and completely free.
  • Temporary placards valid up to 3 months and free for short-term issues.
  • Temporary disability cannot receive permanent placard.
  • Special disability license plates available for standard registration fees.
  • Illegal use of another's placard is Class A misdemeanor with $250-$500 first offense, $500-$1,000 subsequent offenses, plus towing and court costs.
  • False medical information is Class A misdemeanor with criminal charges for applicant and physician.
  • Placard must be displayed on rearview mirror when parking in designated spaces.

• Documents You’ll Need

  The required paperwork for an Arkansas disability placard varies depending on your specific situation:

  For New Permanent or Temporary Placard Application:

  • You'll need to provide Form 10-366 with medical certification completed and signed by a licensed medical professional.
  • Valid Arkansas driver's license, state ID card, or Social Security number required for identification.
  • Replacement for lost or stolen placards requires new Form 10-366 with current medical certification and valid identification.
  • Disabled veterans have an alternative process through your local Veterans Administration office. Provide proper VA documentation of your service-related disability instead of standard medical certification.
  • Organizations providing transportation for persons with disabilities may apply for special permits. Submit certification Form 10-336 completed by an authorized official and marked with disability code F.
  • The organization must provide their Federal Employer ID number instead of social security number or driver's license.
  • Van-accessible parking requires separate decal in addition to regular placard with certification for transporting wheelchair, scooter, or walker users.
  • Disabled motorcycle plates available through Special License Unit only using same criteria as passenger car plates.

  Online Doctor's Certification:

  • If you're applying through a telehealth service like ParkingMD, you can get the evaluation done completely online, You'll receive your completed Form 10-366 via email, typically within 24-48 hours, ready for DMV submission

  Replacement for Lost or Stolen Placards:

  • Complete a new Form 10-366 with current medical certification
  • Provide valid identification
  • Submit your application at any Arkansas Office of Motor Vehicles

• Permanent Placards

  • Expire every 4 years and must be renewed before the expiration date.
  • Renewal does not require a new doctor's certification - no medical note needed for renewal.
  • No fee; submit renewal paperwork to any Arkansas Motor Vehicle office.

  Temporary Permits

  • Valid for 3 months from the last day of the month issued; you can receive no more than 2 temporary permits total, and they must have the same expiration date.
  • If mobility issues persist after expiration, you must apply for a completely new temporary permit with a new medical certification.
  • Under no circumstances can someone with a temporary disability receive a permanent permit.

  Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Permit

  • Complete Form 10-366 with medical certification (for permanent permits only).
  • For temporary permits: replacement is only possible if the original permit hasn't expired; the replacement will have the same expiration date as the original.
  • Present paperwork at any Arkansas Motor Vehicle office. There's no fee for permanent or temporary replacements.
  • You must remove and return permits when selling your vehicle or when eligibility ends.

  Turnaround Time:

  Most Arkansas Motor Vehicle offices process applications the same day when paperwork is complete; mail-in requests typically take longer (contact your local office for current processing times).