Texas Ends Paper License Plates, Following Years of Fraud

Dealerships struggle to adjust as new July 1 license plate law takes effect

A CAR dealership has opened up on the struggles they’ve faced in adjusting to a new July 1 license plate law. From July 1, a major US state has brought in a new ruling that eliminates the use of paper tags and replaces them with permanent metal plates to help tackle fraud, toll violations and crimes associated with counterfeit paper tags. KLTVDealerships express frustration with the state’s new permanent metal plate system[/caption] KLTVCar deal…

Texas will no longer issue paper license plates | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth

As of July 1, Texas will no longer issue paper license plates to people who buy a new vehicle. Here's what you need to know.

Texas Officially Phases Out Temporary Paper License Plates

Officials for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles say the change will make it easier to prevent crimes involving counterfeit license plates. The post Texas Officially Phases Out Temporary Paper License Plates appeared first on Texas Scorecard.

Texas cuts out paper license plates to curb crime

Texas eliminates paper license plates, forcing dealers to issue metal alternatives to reduce criminal activity and improve public safety.

Texas ends paper license plates, following years of fraud

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Following years of widespread fraud and abuse that touched every state, Texas is eliminating most temporary paper license plates and replacing them with new color-coded metal ones. The change starts Tuesday. "This is huge," said Sgt. Jose Escribano, who drove the fight to stop paper tag fraud. "It's almost like I'm taking a breath of fresh air." EXPLORE: KXAN's "Risky Rides" investigations In February, the Texas Department…

Beginning July 1, Texas drivers will receive license plates directly from dealerships

Under a new state law, Texans who purchase new and used vehicles from in-state dealers will drive off the lot with their metal license plates.