AZ SB1073

Amends Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-2354 to prohibit applying coverings or substances to license plates that obscure numbers, characters, year validating tabs, or the jurisdiction name from any angle, unless authorized by the department.

Prohibits use of electronic devices or electrochromatic film on license plates that obscure plate information from any angle.

Establishes that peace officers cannot stop or cite a driver solely for violating the license plate obscuring provisions unless there is reasonable cause to believe another motor vehicle law violation has occurred.

Sets civil penalties for violating the license plate obscuring provision at $30 for a first violation, increasing to $100 if a second violation occurs within 12 months of the prior violation.

Maintains existing requirements that license plates be displayed, securely fastened, clearly legible, and positioned at least 12 inches from the ground while remaining clearly visible.