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Does Florida require front license plates?

I’m new to Florida and came from a state that required a front license plate. I have no idea if I need a front plate anymore or if I should get rid of it. Do you need a front license plate in Florida?

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Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Good luck with your move! Florida does not require a front license plate.
There are 31 states that mandate vehicles have a front license plate, but in Florida, you’re good with only a rear license plate.
Here are some other important driving laws to know if you move to Florida:
  • You must get a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of becoming a Florida resident.
  • You must be at least 15 years old to get a Florida Learner’s License.
  • All front seat occupants must wear a seatbelt.
  • Florida honors disabled parking permits issued by other states or districts.
  • On a two-lane roadway, you must slow to 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit.
If you’re a car owner and move to a new state, one of the first things you need to do is learn the rules of the road. You can’t expect the driving laws to be the same in every state, and the last thing you want is to get charged with a driving violation.
Moving to a new state is also the perfect time to review your
car insurance costs
. You want to make sure your coverage meets
Florida’s car insurance laws
—and that you’re not overpaying.
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