Is Using a Cloned License Plate Illegal?

[GeorgeRose]

Using a cloned license plate is illegal and constitutes the crime of concealing illicit proceeds. However, if the vehicle owner can prove that the vehicle was obtained through legal channels, it does not involve criminal activity, and the traffic police department should promptly return the vehicle. The following are the penalties for using a cloned license plate: 1. Self-forgery: Forging, altering, or using forged or altered motor vehicle registration certificates, license plates, driving licenses, or driver's licenses will result in confiscation by the traffic management department of the public security authority, detention of the vehicle, up to 15 days of detention, and a fine ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 yuan. 2. Using another vehicle's documents: Using another vehicle's motor vehicle registration certificate, license plate, driving license, inspection qualification mark, or insurance mark will result in confiscation by the traffic management department of the public security authority, detention of the vehicle, and a fine ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 yuan.