Who qualifies for a placard in Florida
These are the criteria on Florida’s form HSMV 83039, in plain words. A doctor applies them; this page cannot.
- You cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest.
- You cannot walk without a cane, crutch, brace, prosthetic device, wheelchair or another person’s help.
- You have lung disease that severely limits your breathing.
- You use portable oxygen.
- You have a heart condition classed as Class III or IV by the American Heart Association.
- You are severely limited in your ability to walk because of an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition.
- You are legally blind.
- You have lost a limb (a lifetime permit).
- You are an expectant mother (a separate permit, form HSMV 83040, from a physician).
Who may sign the medical part
In Florida, a physician, chiropractic physician, podiatrist, optometrist (for vision), physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse licensed in Florida. The form is free from FLHSMV, and your own doctor can complete it.
Temporary or permanent
A temporary placard lasts up to six months (up to six months. the doctor sets the period.) and the state charges $15. A permanent placard is valid four years (renewed every four years through the county, each time with a new hsmv 83039 signed within the last 12 months (s. 320.0848, f.s.).) and the state charges free.
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