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# \[6] 17 - Failure to Display Registration or Plates

**Offense Classification:** **Infraction**

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#### **Definition:**

This offense occurs when a vehicle is **operated without properly mounted and visible license plates or registration stickers**, in violation of vehicle code requirements.

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#### **Elements of the Crime:**

* The vehicle was **in motion or parked on a public road**.
* The vehicle **lacked proper registration plates**, or they were **not clearly visible**.
* No **valid temporary or alternative permit** was displayed.

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#### **Penalties:**

**Infraction:**

* **Fine:** $300
* **Fix-It Ticket:** May be dismissed with proof of compliance
* **Vehicle Stop Order:** May be issued for repeat offenses

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#### **Related Charges:**

**\[5] 9 - Swapping License Plates** *(If fraudulent plates were used instead)*\
\&#xNAN;**\[5] 7 - Operating a Vehicle With Stolen Plates**\
\&#xNAN;**\[6] 1 - Driving Without a Valid License**


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