West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles · West Virginia state form
DMV-126-NP-DS Application for a Nonprofit Research and Development License
Use DMV-126-NP-DS to apply for a nonprofit research and development license certificate and special plates, providing organization, applicant, vehicle, and insurance information.
- What this form is
- DMV-126-NP-DS is an application for a nonprofit research and development license certificate and special plates. It requests organization, applicant, vehicle, and insurance information, and asks about authorized signers and use of the plates. Applicants must attach documents verifying nonprofit corporation status and affiliation with an institution of higher education. The form states that applicants are limited to a maximum of ten plates and includes a sworn applicant certification.
- Who needs it
- A nonprofit corporation affiliated with an institution of higher education applying for a research and development license certificate and special plates needs this form.
- Why it needs a notary
- The applicant's signature must be notarized; the form includes a sworn statement and notary certification. Online notarization is available with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Submit it to the West Virginia agency named on the form.
Questions
Who uses the DMV-126-NP-DS application?
A nonprofit corporation affiliated with an institution of higher education uses this application to request a research and development license certificate and special plates.
What supporting documents does the application require?
The form says to attach documents verifying the applicant's status as a nonprofit corporation affiliated with an institution of higher education. It also requests vehicle and insurance information.
Does DMV-126-NP-DS need to be notarized?
Yes. The application includes a sworn statement and a notary certification, so the applicant's signature must be notarized. This can be done online with a commissioned online notary.