Can a Temporary License Plate Still Be Used If the Official Plate Has Arrived Before the Temporary One Expires?
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Temporary license plates cannot be used if the official plates have arrived, even if the temporary plates have not expired. Once the official license plates are received, the temporary plates become invalid regardless of their expiration status. If caught using them, you may face penalties such as vehicle impoundment, fines, and a 12-point deduction on your driving record. Definition of Temporary License Plates: Automobile temporary license plates are temporary vehicle movement permits issued by the vehicle management department of the public security bureau when a car has not yet been officially registered due to pending procedures. The validity period of a temporary license plate generally does not exceed thirty days. The use of temporary license plates is subject to time and regional limitations. Limitations of Temporary License Plates: Temporary license plates have a limited validity period and can still be used temporarily if removed before this period ends. Once the validity period of the temporary license plate expires, the relevant authorities will reclaim it and require the owner to destroy it appropriately. After this point, only the official license plates can be used.