Plates, tags & registration card
Lost or stolen license plates, a missing registration sticker, or a replacement registration card? We help you request replacements and keep your registration current.
Highland Auto Registration is a private business, not the California DMV. These services are also available directly at dmv.ca.gov.
Tags (stickers)
Lost, stolen, or damaged registration sticker or card? We help you request replacements so you’re covered while you wait for them in the mail.
What to bring
Tick items off as you gather them. Exact requirements depend on your vehicle and situation — we confirm everything when you book.
What can delay it
- Owner name or address that doesn’t match DMV records.
- Registration is expired — it needs renewing at the same time.
- Holds on the vehicle record.
- Mailing time — replacements are mailed to the address on file.
Registration card
Lost, stolen, or damaged registration sticker or card? We help you request replacements so you’re covered while you wait for them in the mail.
What to bring
Tick items off as you gather them. Exact requirements depend on your vehicle and situation — we confirm everything when you book.
What can delay it
- Owner name or address that doesn’t match DMV records.
- Registration is expired — it needs renewing at the same time.
- Holds on the vehicle record.
- Mailing time — replacements are mailed to the address on file.
Lost / damaged plates
License plates lost, stolen, or too damaged to read? You’ll generally need replacements. We help you prepare the request. If the plates were stolen, a police report is usually a good idea.
What to bring
Tick items off as you gather them. Exact requirements depend on your vehicle and situation — we confirm everything when you book.
What can delay it
- Registration expired or has a hold.
- Address mismatch with DMV records.
- Plate type (special interest or personalized) needing extra steps.
- Mailing time for new plates.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drive while I wait for replacements?
Rules depend on your situation. Ask us — we’ll tell you what to carry and what DMV expects while replacements are in the mail.
What if my plates were stolen?
We recommend filing a police report and bringing it with you. We’ll help you prepare the replacement request.
Can I get both stickers and plates replaced at once?
Often yes. Tell us what you’ve lost and we’ll combine what we can into one file.
Is my registration still valid if the sticker is missing?
A missing sticker doesn’t by itself mean your registration expired, but you should replace it soon. We can check your registration status with you.
Book your appointment
Choose a service and a day. We’ll confirm and send your “what to bring” list.