DMV Registration Decal Thieves troll for your TAG! There are unsavory characters who never legally register their vehicles choosing to steal license plate decals instead. These thieves troll parking lots looking for newly minted decals. Once they spot one, they sidle up to your bumper, spray on some adhesive remover and snatch your sticker or “decal” in seconds. The truth is, unless you make a habit of regularly checking your license plate, you will probably never miss the stolen decal until it’s too late.  A friend of mine was pulled over by law enforcement late at night. Fortunately, a copy of the current registration prevented a ticket. However, the next morning his plans for a fun weekend away were stalled by a trip to DMV and a 3 hour wait to replace the decal.

HOW- TO-PREVENT your DMV Decal from being stolen

Watch this easy tip from MyCarlady.

dmv decal theft registration  CLICK THIS IMAGE TO WATCH Watch this handy video for a great tip to protect your tag from theft.

MORE  helpful DMV REGISTRATION hints.

  1. Remove the old decals before putting the new one on. Clean the surface with alcohol to be sure the decal adheres smoothly.
  2. Using a razor blade, cut through the plastic decal in a corner to corner, top and side to side  action.
  3. Paint over the tagg with clear nail polish. This will make the tag brittle.
  4. Placing a clear license plate cover over your rear plate will keep the decal safe and the license plate clean.

Keep your DMV Registration and Insurance Card HANDY and Safe!

MAKE a COPY of your current registration and INSURANCE before you place the card in your glovebox. I carry a picture of my drivers license and insurance in my cell phone. I put unusual names on the images for security purposes. This way I always have a copy on me, ready for print out when needed. A photo copy of your registration in your home or office important car paperwork file will save you a trip and replacement  charge at DMV. For more helpful hints check out my YouTube page: MycarladySarahlee or signup for my newsletter… ——————————————- Sarah Lee Marks is MyCarlady. She has over 25+ years of experience. She writes about cars, and is a staunch consumer advocate on car related subjects. MyCarlady offers free car buying advice, and private, auto-related services to help you maintain your personal or commercial vehicles. Contact Sarah Lee for more information: sarahlee@mycarlady.com Join the MyCarlady newsletter to be kept up-to-date on this and other important car information.  ]]>