Q:
Would an out-of-state handicapped-parking sticker be legal in Las Vegas?
A:
Yes.
In the state of Nevada, if a vehicle bears a handicapped license plate or parking permit with the officially (and internationally) recognized handicapped emblem (see below) that's been issued by another jurisdiction, and the driver or a passenger in the vehicle is eligible for the permit, then that car can be parked indefinitely in a designated handicapped space.
You're also permitted to park on a regular parking meter on the street for up to four hours, free of charge. This doesn't apply to any public parking structures, either in the city or at the airport, however, where you must pay the standard applicable parking fees.
Update 15 September 2005
We received word that the four hours' free parking for vehicles bearing a handicapped license plate or parking permit does not apply to short-term parking meters, which restrict all parking to one hour or less. In addition, when calling the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, we were informed that the entire policy is currently being reevaluated and may be done away with completely. We'll keep you updated on any changes.
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