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• You will need the vehicle’s license plate number, the last 5 digits of the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the vehicle’s registered ownership information. Be prepared to pay the replacement fee. (Fee is subject to change annually; check registration fee information for the current figure.).
• Remember, California law states that you must have up-to-date license plates with a valid sticker displayed on the rear of your vehicle. Types of License Plates in California When you register your vehicle and apply for license plates, you can choose between the state’s standard california license plate or a specialty plate.

California License Plates. California uses the letters I, O, and Q in the second alpha position, but not in the first or third. Stickers 11 - black on red 12 - black on green 13 - black on orange 14 - black on blue 15 - black on yellow 16 - black on red 17 - black on green. Summary: License Plate Sticker and Tag Renewal. Before your car has expired tags, you'll need to complete your license plate sticker renewal. Click you state to find out how often you'll need to renew your registration/tags, what the registration renewal fees will be, and your renewal grace period (if any) if your tags have already expired.

California License Plate Sticker Colors

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