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M3n2c3 · 2005-11-07, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ezdno

In case no one told ya yet, in the last voting in Nevada they repealed the manditory front license plate law. I am sure some occifers will still pull ya over because they can, but its only cause they want to see your car up close, instead of just the tailights.

Really? The DMV website doesn't reflect this.

But if it's true, then

Ezdno · 2005-11-07, 08:52 PM

I do some consulting in the new and used car auto industry, and have several contacts that all said the same thing. I did not see it posted on there either, but most of these guys are constantly under DMV scrutiny so I figured they would know best. I do know I was pulled over for no seatbelt.....well no front license plate back in may, and when I told him I didnt have one he said ok no problem...now about that no seatbelt. I will dig a bit deeper to verify that.

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-07, 09:01 PM

Fantastic. I had been wondering again recently. I noticed a few cars the other day with no front plates, and it just popped back in my mind.

MattR · 2005-11-07, 09:41 PM

Can you find it published in the NRS re: the no front plate? I would love to have proof of that law.

Ezdno · 2005-11-07, 10:03 PM

I will see tomorrow where, what publication these guys got their info from.

MorganK · 2005-11-10, 12:01 AM

hella genoa.

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-10, 12:22 AM

Eh?

So any word on the front plates?

MorganK · 2005-11-10, 12:25 AM

ahh. washoe.

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-10, 12:30 AM

Yeah, the pix were taken in Washoe. Do me a favor - going forward, humor me with a full sentence, so I can easily understand what you're getting at. It's nearly 1AM, I've been up since 6AM, and I worked a little over 14 hours today.

Ezdno · 2005-11-10, 07:43 AM

I have a call in to some people at the DMV, but the person that originally gave me that info said that the dealerships receive some sort of newsletter from DMV and it was in that publication, he is currently looking for it.

cody · 2005-11-10, 08:27 AM

+1 for proof.

Ezdno · 2005-11-11, 06:27 PM

Ok the definative answer here, Quarterly the DMV publishes a newsletter, which is sent to each of the dealers, Apparently the one from October has a "clarification" of the current statute regarding front license plates. I have not seen the issue, but the people that told me of the new law are telling me this is where it was read.

The current law in a nutshell says, all cars must have a front license plate unless there is no place for one from the factory. I am not sure if there was a previous law about this that was different, I was always under the impression that all cars must have a front plate regardless of factory location or not. I do know in the 80s I got 2 $25 tickets for no front license plates. So the 3 people that I talked to at the dealer didn't give me all the details before I opened my big mouth.

I talked to my friend that works at DMV, her answer was that, yes two plates are required unless no factory mounting location is available. She said basically each agency will interpret the law as they see fit, and in most cases you will probably only get a fix it citation, however as with what happened to me in my honda, they wanted to pull me over to check me out, so he used the "no front plate" as an excuse..if your doing something you shouldnt, or they think you are, no front plate just give them the excuse to look at you a bit closer.

My apologies for getting our hopes up.

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-11, 10:19 PM

Oh well

dknv · 2005-11-11, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ezdno

The current law in a nutshell says, all cars must have a front license plate unless there is no place for one from the factory.

I wonder if I can 'interpret' that by saying my front bumper did not have holes drilled for a plate?

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-11, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The DMV website

Most vehicles require two plates at all times, except motorcycles and trailers, which require only a rear plate. You must display both plates if the vehicle is designed for a front plate or if the manufacturer offers an add-on bracket or frame.

Front plates are optional only if 1) the vehicle was not designed for a front plate and 2) the manufacturer did not provide an add-on bracket or other means of displaying the front plate.

I'm not going to take a chance on leaving it to interpretation. . .

khail19 · 2005-11-12, 08:03 AM

I haven't run a front plate since I bought my RS (12/02) and I've never had a problem with the cops. *Keeps fingers crossed*

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-13, 10:40 AM

I think we chatted about this at the meet on thurs for a few minutes, and the general consensus seemed to be, "why give them another reason to stop you?" I figure between my suspension drop, other forthcoming mods such as exhaust, and plates that say, "NOTURBO," I'll be getting eyeballed anyway.

Oh yeah, since I finally got my plates replaced, I'll have new pix of the car this evening.

=======EDIT=======
No pix yet. Stupid DST - it was dark by the time I finished washing the car and applying my SECCS decals.

M3n2c3 · 2005-11-16, 08:10 PM

Ok, I snapped a quick shot on my way in to work today. Nothing fancy, but it gets the point across.

The updates are: coilovers (and the resulting drop) and the SECCS decals

M3n2c3 · 2006-03-28, 01:43 PM

Updated for new additions and to change some planning details.

New pix, too!

sperry · 2006-03-28, 01:44 PM

Those wheels are the shit on a white Impreza!

No offense to Nick, but they look like 10 times better than they did on his red LGT.

JC · 2006-03-28, 01:58 PM

It's looking good man, time to clear your headlights though.

JonnydaJibba · 2006-03-28, 02:12 PM

And to re-trade your taillights lol.

cody · 2006-03-28, 02:14 PM

I thought those looked like 06 tails...not a fan. Car looks good though.

JonnydaJibba · 2006-03-28, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cody

I thought those looked like 06 tails...not a fan. Car looks good though.

Yeah that is quite a coincidence they look like 06s considering that's what they are.

cody · 2006-03-28, 02:17 PM

Pipe down halfling. I think it's more than fairly obvious that I realize that.

2005-11-07, 08:52 PM	#27
Ezdno EJ251 Real Name: Dean W. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: So close to hell you can see Sparks! Posts: 541 Car: 1992 F250 1T Monster Class: none They were all dead when I got here!	I do some consulting in the new and used car auto industry, and have several contacts that all said the same thing. I did not see it posted on there either, but most of these guys are constantly under DMV scrutiny so I figured they would know best. I do know I was pulled over for no seatbelt.....well no front license plate back in may, and when I told him I didnt have one he said ok no problem...now about that no seatbelt. I will dig a bit deeper to verify that. __________________ Don't interupt me while I am ignoring you!

2005-11-07, 09:01 PM	#28
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	Fantastic. I had been wondering again recently. I noticed a few cars the other day with no front plates, and it just popped back in my mind. __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential

2005-11-07, 09:41 PM	#29
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Can you find it published in the NRS re: the no front plate? I would love to have proof of that law. __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2005-11-07, 10:03 PM	#30
Ezdno EJ251 Real Name: Dean W. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: So close to hell you can see Sparks! Posts: 541 Car: 1992 F250 1T Monster Class: none They were all dead when I got here!	I will see tomorrow where, what publication these guys got their info from. __________________ Don't interupt me while I am ignoring you!

2005-11-10, 12:22 AM	#32
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	Eh? So any word on the front plates? __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential

2005-11-10, 12:01 AM	#31
MorganK EJ22 Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 155	hella genoa.

2005-11-10, 12:25 AM	#33
MorganK EJ22 Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 155	ahh. washoe.

2005-11-10, 12:30 AM	#34
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	Yeah, the pix were taken in Washoe. Do me a favor - going forward, humor me with a full sentence, so I can easily understand what you're getting at. It's nearly 1AM, I've been up since 6AM, and I worked a little over 14 hours today. __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential

2005-11-10, 07:43 AM	#35
Ezdno EJ251 Real Name: Dean W. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: So close to hell you can see Sparks! Posts: 541 Car: 1992 F250 1T Monster Class: none They were all dead when I got here!	I have a call in to some people at the DMV, but the person that originally gave me that info said that the dealerships receive some sort of newsletter from DMV and it was in that publication, he is currently looking for it. __________________ Don't interupt me while I am ignoring you!

2005-11-10, 08:27 AM	#36
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	+1 for proof. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2005-11-11, 06:27 PM	#37
Ezdno EJ251 Real Name: Dean W. Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: So close to hell you can see Sparks! Posts: 541 Car: 1992 F250 1T Monster Class: none They were all dead when I got here!	Ok the definative answer here, Quarterly the DMV publishes a newsletter, which is sent to each of the dealers, Apparently the one from October has a "clarification" of the current statute regarding front license plates. I have not seen the issue, but the people that told me of the new law are telling me this is where it was read. The current law in a nutshell says, all cars must have a front license plate unless there is no place for one from the factory. I am not sure if there was a previous law about this that was different, I was always under the impression that all cars must have a front plate regardless of factory location or not. I do know in the 80s I got 2 $25 tickets for no front license plates. So the 3 people that I talked to at the dealer didn't give me all the details before I opened my big mouth. I talked to my friend that works at DMV, her answer was that, yes two plates are required unless no factory mounting location is available. She said basically each agency will interpret the law as they see fit, and in most cases you will probably only get a fix it citation, however as with what happened to me in my honda, they wanted to pull me over to check me out, so he used the "no front plate" as an excuse..if your doing something you shouldnt, or they think you are, no front plate just give them the excuse to look at you a bit closer. My apologies for getting our hopes up. __________________ Don't interupt me while I am ignoring you!

2005-11-11, 10:19 PM	#38
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	Oh well __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential

2005-11-12, 08:03 AM	#41
khail19 EJ205 Real Name: Khail Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,769 Car: 2016 VW GTI Meets? We have meets?	I haven't run a front plate since I bought my RS (12/02) and I've never had a problem with the cops. Keeps fingers crossed

2005-11-13, 10:40 AM	#42
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	I think we chatted about this at the meet on thurs for a few minutes, and the general consensus seemed to be, "why give them another reason to stop you?" I figure between my suspension drop, other forthcoming mods such as exhaust, and plates that say, "NOTURBO," I'll be getting eyeballed anyway. Oh yeah, since I finally got my plates replaced, I'll have new pix of the car this evening. =======EDIT======= No pix yet. Stupid DST - it was dark by the time I finished washing the car and applying my SECCS decals. __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential Last edited by M3n2c3; 2005-11-13 at 11:09 PM.

2005-11-16, 08:10 PM	#43
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	Ok, I snapped a quick shot on my way in to work today. Nothing fancy, but it gets the point across. The updates are: coilovers (and the resulting drop) and the SECCS decals Attached Thumbnails __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential

2006-03-28, 01:43 PM	#44
M3n2c3 EJ205 Real Name: Jeremiah Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dayton, NV Posts: 1,888 Car: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS, 2000 Forester L Class: RNP sometimes (see motto) "Kids are ruining autocross."	Updated for new additions and to change some planning details. New pix, too! Attached Thumbnails __________________ Small red text that looks curious at first glance but is ultimately inconsequential

2006-03-28, 01:44 PM	#45
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Those wheels are the shit on a white Impreza! No offense to Nick, but they look like 10 times better than they did on his red LGT. __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2006-03-28, 01:58 PM	#46
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	It's looking good man, time to clear your headlights though. __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2006-03-28, 02:12 PM	#47
JonnydaJibba EJ207 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Reno/Sparks, Nevada Posts: 3,482 Car: 2000 2.5RS Class: RestNPeace Master Slurper.	And to re-trade your taillights lol. __________________ "Why do chicks tell you to call and then not answer....so gay." "Cuz girls are fags I dunno"

2006-03-28, 02:14 PM	#48
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	I thought those looked like 06 tails...not a fan. Car looks good though.

2006-03-28, 02:17 PM	#50
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	Pipe down halfling. I think it's more than fairly obvious that I realize that.

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