Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 31, Motor and Other Vehicles
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 31) § 31-3-11: Contents of registration plate
What this law says, in plain English
Registration plates must display the vehicle's registration number, Rhode Island name, expiration year, and either 'Ocean State' (for passenger vehicles) or the plate type on the bottom.
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