“Fraudulent plates have created new public safety challenges: ghost cars. Like ghost guns, ghost cars are difficult to trace, and are being used not only to violate traffic laws with impunity,One measure would impose a $1,000 fine for selling fraudulent plates on a first offense, and at least $2,000 for repeat offenders.
Under a second bill, motorists caught driving with fraudulent plates would pay a $500 fine for a first offense and a $1,000 fine for subsequent violations.In addition, motorists driving with expired plates would pay $300, but the fine could be dismissed if they obtain official plates within 10 days of getting a summons.
“The plates are encouraging reckless behavior in our communities, and we must crack down on them. The use of these plates exploded during pandemic-related DMV closures, which led to an increase in temporary paper plates, giving cover to individuals with fraudulent plates,” Feliz said. Aside from better police enforcement, the councilman said online sites like Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace must bolster efforts to detect and remove listings related to fake plates.
“Fraudulent plates have created new public safety challenges: ghost cars. Like ghost guns, ghost cars are difficult to trace, and are being used not only to violate traffic laws with impunity, but also to commit major crimes,” Feliz said.He also said the federal government must create standards so temporary plates produced in every state have enhanced security features to help prevent easy fabrication.
Freddy41655488 Make it like a DWI offense and confiscate the cars. That's the only way you will stop it.
OswaldFeliz will be the first person to throw cops under the bus whenever the arrest of a ghost car driver looks controversial.
Ny wants their taxes
This was a problem back in the early 90s... I guess what's old is new again