License Plates, Decals, and Placards - California DMV
License plates, decals, and placards help identify vehicle owners, show proof of registration, grant driving and parking privileges, and more.
License Plates - California DMV
License plates verify that your vehicle is registered, identify the type of registration you have, and help connect vehicles to their owners.
Special Interest and Personalized License Plates Orders
For gift, renewal, retention, replacement, conversion or transfer, complete and submit Special Interest License Plates Application (REG 17). Have the registration card for the vehicle available. Plates will be mailed to the address we have on file.
How To: Obtain Personalized and Special Interest License Plates
Personalized Livery and American Ex-Prisoner of War License Plates require the Special Interest License Plate Application (REG 17) form and Year of Manufacturer License Plates require the Year of Manufacturer (YOM) License Plate Application (REG …
Replacement License Plates and Stickers - California DMV
You must replace your license plates and registration stickers immediately if they’re lost, stolen, damaged, or made illegible in any way. Here’s how you request replacement or substitute license plates and stickers.
Special Interest & Special License Plates - California DMV
Special interest license plates, available for autos, commercial vehicles, trailers, and motorcycles, offer a unique opportunity to support causes you care about, while special license plates allow you to recognize service, achievements, licenses, status, …
Replacement of Standard License Plates - California DMV
You will need the vehicle’s license plate number, the last 3 digits of the vehicle identification number (VIN), and you must be the registered owner on record. Check whether your vehicle is eligible for online replacements.
Appendix 1E - California License Plate Data (1914-1980) • Each YOM license plate application is reviewed for authenticity and acceptability which is determined on a case-by-case basis. The following charts contain information for license plates issued between 1914 and 1980. .0105 Automobile License Plates . Year Plate Color Character Color
The following license plates are eligible for online replacement: • Regular series (auto, commercial, and motorcycle) • Sequential Special Interest License Plates (auto, commercial, and motorcycle)
Standard License Plates - California DMV
Standard license plates are issued when you: Buy a new vehicle. Replace lost, stolen, or damaged plates. Surrender special interest license plates. You can also apply for special interest plates, special plates, Disabled Person (DP) plates, or Disabled Veteran (DV) plates.