How many days does it take to replace a damaged license plate?
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It takes 15 working days to replace a damaged motor vehicle license plate. If the vehicle license plate or registration certificate is lost, missing, or damaged, the vehicle owner should apply for a replacement at the vehicle management office by filling out the "Application Form for Replacement of Motor Vehicle License Plates and Certificates" and submitting the owner's identity proof. Below is some relevant information about license plates: 1. Function: License plates serve as a numbering and information registration system for vehicles. Their primary purpose is to identify the vehicle's region of registration and to access the owner's details and registration information through the plate number. 2. Placement: License plates are metal or plastic plates affixed to the front and rear of the vehicle, typically made of aluminum, sheet metal, plastic, or paper, displaying the vehicle's registration number, registration region, and other relevant information.
I had my license plate cracked by a rock before, so I hurried to the DMV to get a new one. I brought my ID card and the original vehicle registration certificate. After inspection, the staff said it usually takes 1 to 2 working days to get the new plate. I submitted the application in the morning and received a notification to pick it up the next afternoon—pretty fast. I recommend calling the local DMV in advance to ask about the specific process, as some places offer expedited service for same-day pickup. Don’t delay driving with a damaged plate—getting caught could result in a 200-yuan fine and demerit points. It’s better to handle it early. The replacement fee isn’t high, just a few dozen yuan for the administrative cost, but safety is the priority.
