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 North Dakota, the law requires that motor vehicles display two license plates: one at the front and one at the rear of the vehicle. This is in accordance with North Dakota Century Code 39-04-11, which mandates that the plates be securely fastened in a horizontal position at a height not less than 12 inches from the ground, measuring from the bottom of the plate. The plates must be maintained free from foreign materials and in a condition to be clearly legible. Failure to display the required front and rear plates can result in a traffic stop and citation by law enforcement. It is important for vehicle owners in North Dakota to comply with these regulations to avoid potential fines and penalties.