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USDOT decal placement diagram for Colorado commercial trucks showing FMCSA letter sizing rules

USDOT Number Requirements in Colorado β€” Decal Size, Display & Penalties

Operating a commercial vehicle out of Colorado? You are subject to FMCSA federal door-marking rules (49 CFR 390.21) plus a small set of Colorado-specific requirements for your USDOT decal. This page walks you through legal sizing, font, placement, and the most common reasons fleets get flagged at roadside inspections by the Colorado State Patrol (Motor […]

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Utility trailer diagram showing VIN sticker and registration plate placement required in New York

Trailer Registration & VIN Sticker Placement in New York

Buying or registering a trailer in New York? Three different stickers and plates need to be in the right places: the federal VIN/MFR plate, the state registration tag, and (if you run commercial) any DOT or company markings. This guide walks through placement, replacement, and what vinyl to use so your markings survive cold winters […]

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Utility trailer diagram showing VIN sticker and registration plate placement required in South Dakota

Trailer Registration & VIN Sticker Placement in South Dakota

Buying or registering a trailer in South Dakota? Three different stickers and plates need to be in the right places: the federal utility trailer VIN lettering/MFR plate, the state registration tag, and (if you run commercial) any DOT or company markings. This guide walks through placement, replacement, and what vinyl to use so your markings […]

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USDOT decal placement diagram for New York commercial trucks showing FMCSA letter sizing rules

USDOT Number Requirements in New York β€” Decal Size, Display & Penalties

Operating a commercial vehicle out of New York? You are subject to FMCSA federal door-marking rules (49 CFR FMCSA marking requirements) plus a small set of New York-specific requirements for your USDOT decal. This page walks you through legal sizing, font, placement, and the most common reasons fleets get flagged at roadside inspections by the […]

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USDOT decal placement diagram for Oklahoma commercial trucks showing FMCSA letter sizing rules

USDOT Number Requirements in Oklahoma β€” Decal Size, Display & Penalties

Operating a commercial vehicle out of Oklahoma? You are subject to FMCSA federal door-marking rules (49 CFR FMCSA marking requirements) plus a small set of Oklahoma-specific requirements for your USDOT decal. This page walks you through legal sizing, font, placement, and the most common reasons fleets get flagged at roadside inspections by the Oklahoma Highway […]

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Charter boat hull showing USCG documentation number placement requirements for Connecticut vessels

Fishing-Charter & Livery-Vessel Marking Rules in Connecticut

If you operate a fishing-charter or livery vessel in Connecticut, your boat carries three layers of markings: USCG documentation or state registration numbers, a state validation decal from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, and any commercial / livery identifiers. This guide explains the rules, sizing, placement, and what vinyl survives coastal salt […]

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Charter boat hull showing USCG documentation number placement requirements for Wisconsin vessels

Fishing-Charter & Livery-Vessel Marking Rules in Wisconsin

If you operate a fishing-charter or livery vessel in Wisconsin, your boat carries three layers of markings: USCG documentation or state registration numbers, a state validation decal from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and any commercial / livery identifiers. This guide explains the rules, sizing, placement, and what vinyl survives Great Lakes winters and […]

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Custom sizing usdot decal on a vehicle showing design, color, and finish options

Sizing Your USDOT Decal Correctly

Sizing your USDOT decal correctly isn’t optional: FMCSA will write you up for lettering that doesn’t meet minimum specifications during a roadside inspection. We’ve been producing USDOT lettering for owner-operators and fleets since 2003, and the sizing errors we see most often are completely preventable. Here’s exactly what you need to know before you order. […]

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Oracal 951 Cast Vinyl example showing vinyl lettering quality and design from Hoosier Decal

Oracal 951 Cast Vinyl: Premium Long-Term Choice

Oracal 951 cast vinyl is the material we reach for when a project needs to last a decade, wrap around tight curves, or survive environments that would peel a lesser film within two years. It is not the cheapest option, but for fleet graphics, commercial equipment markings, and high-visibility vehicle lettering, the cost difference pays […]

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Charter boat hull showing USCG documentation number placement requirements for Alaska vessels

Fishing-Charter & Livery-Vessel Marking Rules in Alaska

If you operate a fishing-charter or livery vessel in Alaska, your boat carries three layers of markings: USCG documentation or state registration numbers, a state validation decal from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and any commercial / livery identifiers. This guide explains the rules, sizing, placement, and what vinyl survives extreme cold and […]

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