What to Do If Your Car License Plate Is Lost?

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EmersynMarie
07/25/25 2:46pm
After losing your license plate, the first step is to report the loss. First, call the police, then go to the local police station to file a case. After that, prepare your driver's license, the original ID card of the vehicle owner and a copy, as well as the vehicle license plate application form. Go to the vehicle management office to get a number and queue up for a replacement license plate. Here is more information about car license plates: 1. The Chinese character at the front of the car license plate is the abbreviation of the province or municipality directly under the central government, and the letter following the Chinese character represents the city or district. 2. The car license plate, commonly known as the license plate, refers to the vehicle number plate, which is a plate hung on the front and rear of the vehicle. 3. The car license plate can provide information about the region to which the vehicle belongs.
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MacJason
08/11/25 9:13pm
Oh, I have to talk about losing license plates – it’s a hassle many drivers encounter. Last year, my plate mysteriously fell off, and I was really panicked at the time, needing to deal with it immediately. First, you must report it to the police—head to the local station to file a report and get a certificate. This prevents someone from using your plate for illegal activities like speeding or hit-and-runs, or else you might take the blame! Next, bring your ID and vehicle registration to the local DMV to apply for a replacement, fill out a form, and pay a small fee (usually a few dozen yuan). The whole process typically takes two or three days to get your new plate. During the waiting period, it’s best not to drive around unnecessarily. If you must go out, ask the DMV if you can get a temporary plate. As a general tip, check your plate screws weekly to ensure they’re tight—don’t be careless like me and end up in this mess. If it happens, don’t delay—handling it early saves stress and keeps you safer.
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