1. (a) If the bureau determines that a person applying for registration is entitled to register the vehicle, the bureau shall:

   1. (1) register the vehicle described in the application;
   2. (2) issue the person a certificate of registration; and
   3. (3) issue proof of registration for display on the vehicle.

2. (b) The bureau may issue under subsection (a)(3):

   1. (1) a regular license plate under this article; or

   2. (2) if the person satisfies the applicable requirements under IC 9-18.5 , a distinctive license plate designed and issued under IC 9-18.5 .

      [Pre-2016 Revision Citations: subsection (a) formerly 9-18-2-8(b); 9-18-2-17(a); 9-18-2-20(a).]

As added by P.L.198-2016, SEC.326.