How to report lost car plates?

Do I have to report a lost number plate?

If the number plates are stolen from your car you should report it to the police straight away – you might start receiving parking fines, speeding fines or worse. Number plate theft is a big problem and rates have more than doubled in the last five years.

What to do when you lose your plate?

If your plates were lost or stolen, you need to get substitute license plates with a new configuration.

Ordering Replacement Plates In-Person at DMV
  1. Proof of vehicle ownership (for example, a copy of your title or your registration card).
  2. A police report, if your license plates were stolen.

Can I drive if my number plate has fallen off?

1. Don’t lose them! If you lose your number plates, there could be trouble ahead. It’s worth checking your car before every journey just to make sure they haven’t fallen off, as police can issue you with a fine if they catch you on the road without one or both of your plates.

How do I report a cloned number plate to the police?

If you believe your car has been cloned, the first thing you need to do is contact the police. They will investigate, and give you a crime number. Pull together any evidence you can, to help prove that you were not responsible for any fines etc.

How can I get a temporary license plate?

How to Get Temporary License Plates
  1. Contact your insurance company and let them know you’ve bought a new car. …
  2. Go to your local Department of Motor Vehicles. …
  3. Apply for a temporary license plate when you register your car. …
  4. Pay any applicable fees. …
  5. Display your temporary tag prominently on your vehicle.

How do I personalize my license plate?

To apply for a standard personalized registration plate, Form MV-904 (PDF), “Application for Special Registration Plate,” must be completed. Personalized registration plate applicants must have a valid registration plate, which the applicant shall retain pending receipt of the requested personal plate.