Form BMV 4817. Affidavit for Military Sacrifice License Plates

Form BMV 4817 is the Affidavit for Military Sacrifice License Plates used by the Ohio BMV. The main purpose of this form is to provide a means for qualifying individuals who have lost a family member in military service to apply for specialty license plates to honor their sacrifice.

The form typically consists of sections where the applicant provides their personal information, including their name, address, and contact details. Additionally, the form requires details about the deceased family member, including their name, rank, branch of service, and date of death.

The key fields in this form are the applicant's information and the specific details about the deceased family member's military service and sacrifice. These details are crucial for processing the application and verifying the applicant's eligibility for the requested specialty plate.

When filling out the form, the applicant should ensure that all their information is accurately stated, and they provide clear and accurate details about the deceased family member's military service. Additionally, any required documentation, such as proof of the family member's military service and sacrifice, should be included with the application.

An example scenario for using Form BMV 4817 would be when a family member wants to apply for specialty license plates to honor their child who lost their life while serving in the military. The parent or legal guardian would complete this form, providing their information and providing all the necessary details about their child's military service and sacrifice. They would then submit the form to the BMV, along with any required documentation, for review and approval of the specialty license plate.

No additional documents are generally required to complete this form if the applicant provides all the necessary information and meets the eligibility criteria for the requested specialty plate. However, the BMV may request additional documentation or clarification if needed.

Related forms or alternatives may include similar applications for specialty license plates used in other states or separate forms for different types of military license plates, such as forms for honoring veterans or active-duty service members.