License plates (also known as vehicle registration plates or license tags) are generally rectangular metal plates issued by your state’s department of motor vehicles for the purpose of identifying your car. A license plate must be attached to the rear of your car, and in 31 states and the District of Columbia (Washington, D.C.), you must also have a license plate on the front of your car. In a state or district that also requires you to display a license plate on the front of your car, your failure to do so will provide the police with probable cause to stop you and issue a citation at any time. State laws (statutes) generally provide for the specific placement of license plates, stated in minimum and maximum inches from the ground.
In Kansas, vehicles are required to display license plates issued by the Kansas Department of Revenue's Division of Vehicles. Kansas law mandates that a license plate be attached to the rear of the vehicle. Unlike the 31 states and the District of Columbia mentioned, Kansas does not require a front license plate; only one plate is issued and required for most vehicles. The specific placement of the license plate is also regulated, and it must be kept clearly visible and free from obstructions and in a condition to be clearly legible. Failure to properly display a rear license plate can result in a traffic stop and citation. It is important for vehicle owners in Kansas to adhere to these regulations to avoid legal issues.