To qualify an applicant's DD214 (or equivalent) must show dates of service between Jand January 31, 1955. To qualify an applicant's DD214 (or equivalent) must show dates of service between Jand June 30, 1978. To qualify an applicant must have been issued the Southwest Asia Service Medal after August 1, 1990, for service during operation Desert Shield, Desert Storm or any other military action in the Persian Gulf. The parent, spouse, sibling or child of a person who has died while honorably serving in active military service may apply for these plates.

Gold Star Family: Gold Star License plates are available on passenger cars and motorcycles. Members of the Minnesota National Guard: Plates may be issued to passenger class vehicles owned by a regular enlisted, commissioned, or retired member of the Minnesota National Guard.

Most plates may be ordered with a disability decal if the applicant qualifies for disability license plates. Motorcycle plates are also available for Vietnam, Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, Global War on Terrorism, Proud to be a Veteran, Korean Defense, and Congressional Medal of Honor. Veteran plates may be displayed on any passenger-class vehicle, 1-ton pickup, or self-propelled recreational vehicle, owned or jointly owned by a veteran. Veteran plates may be applied for at a Deputy Registrar office or by mailing an Application for Special Plates (PS2010) and appropriate fees and documents to:

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