Will the old license plate be reclaimed when replacing it through 12123?
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12123 requires the old license plate to be reclaimed when replacing it. Relevant knowledge about vehicle license plate replacement is as follows: Conditions for license plate replacement: When processing the transfer registration of the motor vehicle owner, the current owner's residence must have moved into the jurisdiction area of the vehicle management office. Non-compliance with laws and regulations: If the motor vehicle does not meet the requirements stipulated by laws and administrative regulations, the transfer registration will not be processed. Required materials: Motor vehicle registration certificate, motor vehicle file, original and copy of the motor vehicle owner's identity proof, legal proof and credentials if the owner's residence has moved into the city, etc.
Last time I changed my license plate, I specifically asked the DMV staff - the old plates must be surrendered. Because each set of plates is a unique identifier registered in the system, failure to retrieve them could lead to plate cloning. After applying for plate replacement on the 12123 app, the system automatically reminded me to return the old plates to a designated service point. The staff invalidated them by cutting the corners in front of me and gave me a recovery receipt. The process was actually quite fast, taking only half an hour. But remember to bring the vehicle registration certificate and ID card, and it's best to make an appointment on the app in advance to avoid queues. With such strict enforcement against cloned plates in cities now, returning old plates on time is also a way to protect yourself.
As a car owner who frequently deals with the DMV, I clearly know that old license plates must be surrendered when replacing them. When processing plate replacement on the 12123 platform, the final step will display the address of the designated collection point for the old plates. Failing to return them carries three risks: first, the plates could be stolen and used for illegal cloning, leaving you liable for any fines; second, it may affect future vehicle transfers; third, the DMV system will flag the plates as unreturned, potentially blocking subsequent transactions. I recommend going on a weekday morning when it's less crowded and more efficient, and you can also get your new plates installed right away.
