Vets Corner: Get your Veterans license plates and display your pride in Armed Services

Thursday, February 6, 2014 - 6:50pm

Joe Wright

Display your pride and show your support for veterans in California by purchasing a veterans license plate. State-issued veterans license plates let everyone who sees your car know that you are either a veteran or that you honor the service of military members who have served our country.

These plates come in many formats and prices ranging from free to an extra surcharge on your vehicle license fee.

There is the basic “Veteran” plate or one that says “Honoring Veterans.” Both of these plates may be purchased by anyone whether you are a veteran or not. Most people who purchase the Veteran plate are actually veterans. The “Honoring Veterans” plates are popular with those who just want to make a statement that they are supportive of veterans. Purchasers can also display a sticker on the plate that commemorates the different units of the armed forces or veteran service organizations, such as the Veterans of Foreign War, American Legion, AMVETS or Vietnam Veterans of California among others. There are 78 stickers to choose from and they are at no additional charge. The extra surcharge to get these plates goes to a special fund that supports the activities of your local County Veterans Service Office.

The State of California also offers special license plates to honor the service of Medal of Honor recipients, recipients of other high decorations, former American Prisoners of War, Pearl Harbor survivors, and Purple Heart recipients.

Whether you're a veteran or proud of our veterans who have defended America, get your application for Veterans plates today! Information on how to get Veteran plates can be obtained from our office. The available logos and emblems are on display at the California Association of County Veterans Service Officers, Inc. website at www.cacvso.org.

The Kings County Veterans Service Office issues Veteran I.D. cards to honorably discharged veterans. Contact Joe Wright if you would like to receive periodic veteran’s information by email. There are many state and federal benefits and programs available to veterans and their dependents. To find out if you are eligible for any of these benefits, visit or call our office. We can and will assist you in completing all required application forms. You can get information on the Web from the Kings County Veterans Service Office webpage at www.countyofkings.com.

Joe Wright, retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer, is the Veterans Service Officer for Kings County. Send your questions to the Veterans Service Office, 1400 W. Lacey Blvd, Hanford, CA 93230; call 852-2669; or e-mail joe.wright@co.kings.ca.us.