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New York Front License Plate Laws (2026)

Info: New York requires two plates: passenger vehicles must display one on the front and one on the rear (NY VTL 402).

InfoVerified Jun 19, 2026
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New York requires two plates: passenger vehicles must display one on the front and one on the rear (NY VTL 402).

Official source: nysenate.gov →

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