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Montana Front License Plate Laws (2026)

Info: Montana requires two plates: motor vehicles must display one on the front and one on the rear (MCA 61-3-301).

InfoVerified Jun 19, 2026

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Front License Plate in states bordering Montana

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

IdahoInfo
Idaho requires two plates: one on the front, if the vehicle has a front mounting bracket, and one on the rear (Idaho Code §49-428).
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · Source: legislature.idaho.gov · Full Idaho rule →
North DakotaInfo
North Dakota requires two plates: one on the front and one on the rear, conspicuously displayed (N.D.C.C. 39-04-11).
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · Source: ndlegis.gov · Full North Dakota rule →
South DakotaInfo
South Dakota requires two plates: one displayed on the front and one on the rear, each conspicuous, upright, and kept clear. A motorcycle displays one plate (SDCL 32-5-98). A violation is a Class 2 misdemeanor.
Verified Jul 26, 2026 · Source: sdlegislature.gov · Full South Dakota rule →
WyomingInfo
Wyoming requires two plates: one on the front of the vehicle and one on the rear. See Wyo. Stat. 31-2-205.
Verified Jul 22, 2026 · Source: wyoleg.gov · Full Wyoming rule →

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