This bill proposes an amendment to the Code of West Virginia, specifically targeting the placement of registration renewal stickers for vehicles. Currently, registration stickers are affixed to the license plates, but the bill seeks to change this practice. It introduces a new provision that mandates, starting January 1, 2027, all registration renewal stickers—except for those related to Class G registrations—be placed on the inside of the back glass of the vehicle. This change aims to enhance the security of the stickers and reduce the likelihood of theft.

In addition to the new placement requirement for registration renewal stickers, the bill maintains existing regulations regarding the display of registration plates on vehicles. It specifies that registration plates must be securely fastened and clearly visible, with particular provisions for truck tractors. The bill also allows owners of Class G vehicles to choose between a standard horizontal plate or a specially designed vertical plate, provided they meet certain conditions and fees. Overall, the bill seeks to improve vehicle registration security while preserving current registration display standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17A-3-15