Is My License Plate Frame Legal in New York?
New York allows license plate frames as long as they don’t cover any letters or numbers on the plate.
Written by Sarah Gray
Reviewed by Jessica Barrett
In
New York
, many residents use license plate frames to flaunt their style. Just be sure your plate frame doesn’t cover any letters or numbers on the license plate, and you’re good to go!
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Are license plate frames legal in New York?
Yes—New York allows residents to use license plate frames as long as they don’t cover or conceal any portion of the plate or registration information.
What are the rules for license plate frames in New York?
New York law states that your license plate must be completely visible at all times, so you need to be sure your license plate frame leaves every letter and number visible. That even includes the “Empire State” motto.
What about license plate covers?
No. New York law specifically prohibits using any glass or plastic plate covers or any kind of coating on license plates.
What are the fines for license plate frames in New York?
This one’s pretty steep. The fine for obstructing or defacing a license plate in New York is $300, so this is certainly one law you want to be sure to follow.
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