How to extend after using up three temporary license plates?
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Temporary license plates cannot be reapplied for after being used up three times. During the gap period when the temporary license plates expire and the formal license plates have not yet been obtained, the vehicle cannot continue to be driven on the road. Temporary license plates are paper motor vehicle license plates that allow temporary road use of motor vehicles, also known as temporary driving license plates. They are temporary vehicle driving permits issued by the public security vehicle management department for newly purchased vehicles before formal registration. The conditions for applying for temporary license plates are: 1. Driving the vehicle back from the place of purchase to the place of use; 2. Vehicle transfer, with formal license plates already paid for; 3. New vehicles in the local area that have not applied for formal license plates and need to be driven to other places for modification; 4. Vehicles purchased locally that need to be driven to other places; 5. Vehicles without fixed registration that require temporary trial use.
I also encountered the issue of running out of temporary license plates. I recall that after buying a new car last time, I used the temporary plates three times for a suburban trip, and they expired right after returning. I immediately drove to the local DMV to handle it, where the staff required me to bring my ID card, the original car purchase invoice, and the stub of the old temporary plate. After filling out the application form, I waited half an hour to receive a new plate, which extended the validity by 15 days. During this period, don’t be lazy and drive on the road to avoid being fined by traffic police. Booking an appointment on the DMV’s official website in advance can save time, as queuing during peak hours can take too long and disrupt your schedule. I recommend asking the salesperson for more temporary plates when purchasing the car or applying for the official license plate early to avoid risks. Driving without a license is too risky—if an accident happens, the consequences can be severe. After my personal experience, I developed a habit of checking the status of my temporary plates every two weeks.
