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MD HB470

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Natalie Ziegler

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits obscuring or modifying vehicle registration plates in any manner that may prevent identification, changing the standard from requiring proof of intent to avoid identification
  • Makes enforcement of obscured/modified plate violations a secondary offense only, meaning police can only cite drivers already detained for another suspected violation
  • Bans advertising or promoting the sale of registration plate covers by falsely claiming they are lawful in Maryland
  • Classifies false advertising of plate covers as an unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practice under Maryland Commercial Law, subject to associated penalties
  • Takes effect October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Vehicle Laws - Obscured, Modified, or Blocked Registration Plates and Registration Plate Covers

Law Enforcement

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 566

5/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings3/17/2025
Environment and Transportation1/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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