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District of Columbia Front License Plate Laws (2026)

Info: The District of Columbia requires two plates: a vehicle must display two identification tags, one on the front and one on the rear (DCMR 18-422).

InfoVerified Jun 19, 2026

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Front License Plate in states bordering District of Columbia

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MarylandInfo
Maryland requires two plates: passenger cars must display one on the front and one on the rear. See Md. Transp. 13-411.
Verified Jul 23, 2026 · Source: mgaleg.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →
VirginiaInfo
Virginia requires two plates: one on the front and one on the rear. This is still current as of 2026 — repeal efforts have failed (Va. Code 46.2-715).
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · Source: law.lis.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →

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