Pelicans license plates now available

NEW ORLEANS, La. (WAFB) - There’s a new way for Pelicans’ fans to show their support for the New Orleans-based NBA team.

The Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles announced New Orleans Pelicans license plates are now available, as of Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.

The personalized license plate features the New Orleans Pelicans’ logo and name in the team’s colors.

According to the OMV, Louisiana residents can purchase the plate two ways:

• The recommended method to purchase is to complete the online process for special plates at the OMV website, EXPRESSLANE.org. Mail the required documents to the OMV Specialized Vehicle Unit (Attn: Specialized Vehicle Unit, Office of Motor Vehicles, P.O. Box 64886, Baton Rouge, LA 70896). OMV will then mail the plate to the customer after processing.
• Issuance of the New Orleans Pelicans plate is also available through the OMV Specialized Vehicle Unit (7979 Independence Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806), select OMV field offices, and Public Tag Agent locations. Customers who schedule their appointment should select the “Vehicle Renewals” option as the appointment type.

Special plates can be issued to automobiles, private trucks up to 16,000 pounds, and private buses (motor homes). Customers must have a properly titled and registered vehicle in their name to be eligible. A complete list of specialty plates can be found on the OMV’s website.

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