Can Temporary License Plates Still Be Used After Receiving the Metal Plates?
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After receiving the metal plates, temporary license plates cannot continue to be used. 1. The role of temporary license plates: The legal function of temporary license plates is "temporary use before obtaining the official license plates," which is to facilitate car owners to drive on the road and go to the vehicle management office to apply for official license plates. Therefore, the law clearly stipulates that once the car owner receives the official license plates, they should be hung on the vehicle as soon as possible, and the temporary license plates should be removed. 2. Penalties for violating the regulations: After receiving the official license plates, regardless of whether the temporary license plates have expired, they are no longer valid. If caught, you may face penalties such as vehicle impoundment, a fine of 200 yuan, and 12 demerit points.
I remember after picking up the car last time and getting the metal license plate, the temporary plate couldn't be used anymore and had to be replaced immediately. The validity period of temporary plates is set for a temporary transition. Once the official license plate is obtained, it becomes invalid, and continued use is illegal. If caught by the police, you could face fines, possible points deduction, and it might affect insurance claims. I once installed the metal plate right in the parking lot, keeping a small wrench handy to get it done in minutes, avoiding any mishaps on the road. Some people procrastinate, thinking they can get by with the temporary plate for a few more days, but a friend of mine ended up fined two hundred yuan. Safe driving requires attention to detail; handling this small matter promptly ensures your vehicle's documents are compliant, which is the most hassle-free approach. Check that the screws on the metal plate are tightened properly to prevent loosening or falling off, and don't forget to remove any remnants of the temporary plate when washing the car.
