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NY DMV Rejects Over 2,000 Inappropriate License Plates

1/10/2026

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In 2025, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles rejected more than 2,000 license plate requests for non-compliance with regulations.
Submissions included humorous or vulgar options such as "5HITSHOW" and "MILFGUY," deemed inappropriate.
The DMV requires plates not to be obscene, derogatory, or resemble official plates.
Additional rules prohibit configurations such as using only one letter or specific number-letter combinations.
Personalized plates cost $60 initially and have a yearly renewal fee of $31.25.

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Story summary

In 2025, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles rejected more than 2,000 license plate requests for non-compliance with regulations.
Submissions included humorous or vulgar options such as "5HITSHOW" and "MILFGUY," deemed inappropriate.
The DMV requires plates not to be obscene, derogatory, or resemble official plates.
Additional rules prohibit configurations such as using only one letter or specific number-letter combinations.
Personalized plates cost $60 initially and have a yearly renewal fee of $31.25.