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District of Columbia Vanity Plate Checker

Washington DC plates are among the most politically charged in America, famously featuring the "Taxation Without Representation" slogan. In the nation's capital, vanity plates are a way of life for lobbyists, politicians, and proud District residents alike. At $100 per year, DC plates are pricier than most states, but the unique political statement makes them worth it for many.

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District of Columbia Vanity Plate Rules

  • Maximum 7 characters including spaces
  • Letters, numbers, and spaces allowed
  • $100 initial fee
  • $100 annual renewal fee
  • Subject to DC DMV approval
  • Cannot duplicate existing plates
  • Political statements allowed if not obscene
  • All plates include "Taxation Without Representation"

Tips for Getting Your District of Columbia Plate

  • 1Political-themed combinations are extremely popular in DC
  • 2Neighborhood abbreviations make great unique plates
  • 3The $100 annual fee is among the highest in the nation
  • 4Sports team related plates go fast during championship seasons
  • 5Embassy row residents often choose diplomatic-themed plates
  • 6K Street and Capitol Hill references are competitive

District of Columbia Plate Info

Initial Fee$100
Annual Renewal$100/year
Max Characters7
AllowedLetters, numbers, and spaces
Processing Time2-4 weeks
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Did You Know?

  • •DC plates feature "Taxation Without Representation" as a political statement
  • •The slogan was added in 2000 to protest DC's lack of voting representation
  • •DC has the highest vanity plate fee per capita in the US
  • •Former President Obama briefly used DC's "Taxation" plates on the presidential limo
  • •Embassy plates in DC are distinct and highly regulated
  • •The District processes thousands of vanity requests annually
  • •Political-themed plates are more common in DC than any other jurisdiction

Popular Specialty Plates

  • ✓Washington Nationals MLB
  • ✓Washington Capitals NHL
  • ✓Washington Wizards NBA
  • ✓DC United MLS
  • ✓Washington Commanders NFL
  • ✓Georgetown University

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