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Florida Highway Patrol Warns Public of Strict Enforcement of Illegally Wrapped License Plates
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has issued an important warning to all drivers with Florida license plates. If your plate has been airbrushed, vinyl-wrapped, or customized, it may be violating Florida law. These alterations, including the yellow validation stickers, can impact the plate’s reflectivity and safety features and are against Section 320.061, Florida Statutes.
Key Points to Note:
- Altered plates are illegal and can lead to citations.
- Since 2020, citations for unlawful plate alterations have surged by over 98%.
- Violations include a state fine of $60, three points on your license, and additional county fees.
If your plate has been altered and can’t be restored to its original condition, visit your local tax collector’s office for a replacement. FHP Troopers can seize altered tags, requiring owners to apply for a new license plate.
Florida offers over 100 specialty license plates supporting various causes, and personalized plates are available at all tax collector’s offices. For more info on specialty and personalized license plates, visit FLHSMV.
Stay informed and ensure your plates comply with the law for your safety and the safety of others on the road!
The Gadsden Flag specialty license plate is now available in each of our regional service centers.
Proceeds from the Gadsden Flag specialty license plate sales support the Florida Veterans Foundation, No Florida Veteran Left Behind.
www.helpflvets.org | P. O. Box 1058, Tallahassee, FL 32302
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