What to Do If Your License Plate Falls Off While Driving?

[BrodyAnn]

Filing a report at the police station can prevent your license plate from being used illegally by others. Even if you need to stop, you must park your vehicle on the emergency lane and set up warning signs 150 meters behind the vehicle to alert oncoming traffic. Follow the advice and instructions of the traffic police. If you do not report the incident, driving a vehicle without a license plate on the highway will result in severe penalties.

[DelVivienne]

I was driving on the highway when my license plate flew off – total panic moment! First thing I did was safely pull over to the shoulder, avoiding any traffic risks. I scanned the road but couldn't spot it, so I immediately called the police non-emergency line to report it missing. They advised me to head straight to the DMV with my registration and ID to get a temporary permit. Driving without plates can land you fines or even impoundment in some states, like California, where I am. Since then, I've always double-checked my plate bolts before long trips to prevent this hassle. Overall, it took a few hours to sort out, but acting fast saved me legal headaches and kept others safe on the road.