• License Plate FAQs

    Even though The Unofficial DMV Guide covers critical topics on license plates and placards on our other pages, there are still a few key facts that don't fit neatly into one of those specific categories. To ensure that no question license plate question is left unanswered, we've compiled them in a tidy frequently asked questions (FAQ) format.
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