BMV to allow drivers to print out their own temp. tags

COLUMBUS — Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles has implemented a new print-on-demand temporary tag through OPLATES.com, allowing customers to print their temporary tag without going into a Deputy Registrar, a release from the Ohio BMV states. Individuals who purchase vehicles through private sales, new residents who are in the process of obtaining an Ohio title and customers that have purchased a vehicle from a dealership that does not sell temporary tags can take advantage of this new service, the release states. "This is another example of how our administration is changing the culture of state government to be more customer-service friendly," said Lt. Governor Jon Husted. "You can run government more like a business and deliver convenience to your customers." According to the release, customers can place their order for the temporary tag and complete the payment through OPLATES.com. A temporary tag number can then be immediately printed by the customer. Customers will be able to utilize all 45 days of the temporary tag and will not lose time through the mailing process. Customers are encouraged to either put the temporary tag in their back window or to place it in a plastic sleeve in the license plate bracket to protect it from the elements. In addition to this policy change, during Ohio's state of emergency if your license, ID card or vehicle registration (including your plates and stickers) expired on or after March 9, 2020, your expiration date has been automatically extended until 90 days after the state of emergency ends or December 1, 2020, whichever comes first, it states. The new print-on-demand temporary tags are being issued at most dealerships. Deputy registrar locations will continue to issue cardboard temporary tags until January 2021, the release states.