New Jersey SP-100D Personalized Dedicated Plate Application – New Jersey vehicle owners who want to support a favorite cause while adding a personal touch to their license plates use Form SP-100D (also referenced as SPU-100D). This official New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) application lets you order a dedicated (special-interest) plate with up to five personalized characters.
Whether you want to back wildlife conservation, honor law enforcement, celebrate the Jersey Shore, or support the USS New Jersey Battleship, Form SP-100D is the correct document for personalized dedicated plates. This guide covers everything U.S. drivers need to know, based on current information from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
What Is New Jersey Form SP-100D?
Form SP-100D is the official Personalized Plate Application for Dedicated Plate issued by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. It is used when you want both a special-interest design and a custom combination of letters and numbers (up to five characters total).
Standard dedicated plates (without personalization) carry an initial $50 fee. Adding personalization raises the initial fee to $100. The form must be completed by the vehicle owner and submitted with a photocopy of the current registration and payment.
You can download the official PDF directly from the New Jersey MVC:
Download Form SP-100D (Personalized Dedicated License Plate Application)
Available Dedicated License Plates in New Jersey
The New Jersey MVC currently offers the following dedicated (special-interest) plate designs that can be personalized with Form SP-100D:
- Organ Donor
- Law Enforcement Memorial (Fallen Law Enforcement)
- Animal Friendly
- Agriculture
- Meadowlands
- Deborah Heart & Lung
- Liberty State Park
- Treasure Our Trees (available for both passenger and commercial vehicles)
- Pinelands
- United We Stand
- Discover NJ History (Historic Preservation)
- Baymen’s Heritage
- Conquer Cancer
- USS New Jersey Battleship
- Olympic Spirit
- Shore to Please
- Conserve Wildlife
For the most up-to-date list and images of each design, visit the official NJ MVC Dedicated Plates page.
Fees for Personalized Dedicated Plates
Understanding the costs is important before submitting Form SP-100D:
- Personalized dedicated plate (using SP-100D): $100 initial fee
- Annual renewal fee: $10 for most designs
- Exception – USS New Jersey Battleship: $15 annual renewal
- Exception – Agriculture: Initial fee is only $20 with no annual renewal fee (personalization still requires the $100 fee structure when using SP-100D)
Payment must be made by check or money order payable to NJMVC. Do not send cash. No refunds or substitutions are allowed once the plates have been ordered from the vendor.
Eligibility Requirements
Not every driver can receive personalized plates. Form SP-100D includes eligibility questions that must be answered truthfully:
- You must not have been convicted within the last 10 years of driving while under the influence (R.S. 39:4-50) or reckless driving (R.S. 39:4-96).
- You must never have been convicted of death by vehicular homicide (R.S. 2C:11-5).
- Your New Jersey driving privilege must not have been revoked or suspended for any reason within the past two years (you may reapply two years after restoration).
The application must be signed by the registered vehicle owner. If your registration is due for renewal, renew it first at a local Motor Vehicle Agency before mailing the form.
How to Complete and Submit Form SP-100D?
Follow these steps carefully:
- Download the official form from the link above.
- Select one dedicated plate design.
- List up to four preferred personalized combinations in order of preference. Show preferred spacing (examples: ABC D, ABCDE, A BCD). Maximum of five spaces total; minimum of three alpha characters required.
- Complete all vehicle and owner information exactly as shown on your current registration.
- Staple a clear photocopy of your current registration to the application.
- Enclose a check or money order for $100 payable to NJMVC.
- Sign and date the form.
Mailing address:
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
Special Plate Unit
225 East State Street
PO Box 15
Trenton, NJ 08666-0015
You may also bring the completed application to a local motor vehicle agency. Leased vehicles generally cannot be ordered online and may require contacting the Special Plates Unit.
Online Ordering Option
If your vehicle is not leased and you have a MyMVC account number, you can often order dedicated plates (including personalization) online through the official MVC portal. For leased vehicles or questions, contact the Special Plates Unit at 609-633-8857.
Official dedicated plates information and online ordering details are available on the NJ MVC Dedicated Plates page.
Processing Time and Important Notes
Personalized dedicated plates are custom-made. Allow several weeks (often 8–12 weeks) for production and delivery. Once ordered, the combination cannot be changed or refunded.
Keep a copy of your completed application and payment for your records. The plates will be mailed to the address on your registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I personalize any dedicated plate?
Yes. Form SP-100D is specifically for adding up to five characters to a dedicated design.
What if my first choice is already taken?
List multiple preferences. The MVC will issue the first available combination from your list.
Are there restrictions on the characters I can use?
Combinations are limited to five spaces (letters, numbers, and blank spaces). Offensive or inappropriate messages will be rejected.
Can I transfer personalized dedicated plates to another vehicle or person?
Contact the Special Plates Unit for current transfer rules and any applicable fees.
Conclusion
Form SP-100D makes it easy for New Jersey drivers to support meaningful causes while creating a unique license plate. By downloading the official application, carefully completing every section, and following the fee and eligibility rules, you can successfully order your personalized dedicated plates.
Always use the current version of the form from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission website and verify details directly with the MVC if you have questions. Supporting a cause you care about has never looked better on the road.