Is There Any Danger if the Vehicle License Is Leaked?
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Leaking vehicle license information is not serious and generally poses no major issues. Below is relevant information: Vehicle License Plate Replacement: To replace a vehicle license plate, the owner must present their original ID card and the vehicle registration certificate (the large green booklet issued at the time of registration). Without these two documents, the plate cannot be replaced. If someone is acting on behalf of the owner, they must present their own original ID card, the owner's original ID card, and the vehicle registration certificate. The vehicle license alone is not sufficient. Risks of Information Leakage: The biggest risk of leaking vehicle license information is that the vehicle could be cloned by others. Regulations clearly state: For vehicles confirmed to have been cloned, traffic violation records incurred during the period of cloning can be voided, and the owner may apply for a new license plate number and vehicle license.
I realized how dangerous it can be when the vehicle license gets leaked. Last year, I had a similar experience—I lost my documents, and soon after, I received a call from a stranger claiming someone had run a red light using my license plate, nearly getting me fined. The vehicle license contains real names, vehicle models, and engine numbers, and once this information is leaked, criminals can easily forge documents to steal cars or impersonate the owner to sell them. Even worse, they might use it to take out loans or purchase car insurance, leaving you with debt disputes to deal with. Personally, I’ve made it a habit not to leave the vehicle license in plain sight inside the car—I always lock it in a home safe. I also regularly check the traffic management app for any suspicious records and immediately report and freeze the documents if a leak occurs. At least this helps reduce the risk of identity theft—never underestimate how severe the consequences can be.
