Mississippi License Plate Display Law — 2025 Guide
Rear Plate Only
Quick Answer
Mississippi requires only a rear license plate.
The Law at a Glance
Statute
Mississippi Code §27-19-31
Mounting
Rear Plate Only
Plate Format
ABC 123
Penalty
Fines vary by jurisdiction.
Plate Design
Magnolia design.
Recent Changes
Mississippi issued Sons of Confederate Veterans plates since 2003. A proposed plate honoring Confederate General Forrest was controversial.
State-Specific Notes
Mississippi is a single-plate (rear) state.
Plate Design Details
First Issued
January 2024
Plate Style
Embossed serial; reflective sheeting
Full Design
Dark blue on white with magnolia blossom against a blue circle as separator
Current Format
Coded by county of issuance: ABC 123
Letter Exclusions
Letter O and number 666 are not used.
Historical Plates Still Valid
Earlier plates remain valid as long as legible.
Notable Facts
Mississippi places the full county of registration on standard plates. Mississippi has issued Sons of Confederate Veterans plates since 2003; a proposed plate honoring Confederate General Forrest was controversial.
How atroq Frames Stay Compliant in Mississippi
atroq frames in Mississippi are engineered to comply with all display requirements. The frame's recessed sticker windows keep renewal stickers visible. The frame's thickness does not obscure the alphanumeric serial, state name, or the issuing jurisdiction. atroq's universal mounting fits Mississippi's standard 6 × 12 inch passenger plates. Since Mississippi requires only a rear plate, customers typically order single frames.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mississippi require a front license plate?
No. Mississippi is a rear-plate-only jurisdiction. Only a rear plate is required on passenger vehicles, regardless of whether the vehicle has a factory front bracket.
What is the Mississippi license plate format?
Mississippi uses the format ABC 123 for standard passenger plates.
Are there any recent Mississippi license plate law changes?
Mississippi issued Sons of Confederate Veterans plates since 2003. A proposed plate honoring Confederate General Forrest was controversial.
Are decorative license plate frames legal in Mississippi?
Yes. Decorative frames are legal in Mississippi as long as they do not obscure the alphanumeric serial, the state name, or any registration sticker. atroq frames are designed to comply with Mississippi display requirements.
What size are Mississippi license plates?
Mississippi issues plates in the U.S. standard 6 × 12 inches (150 × 300 mm) for passenger vehicles, matching the 1956 SAE / Automobile Manufacturers Association dimensional agreement.
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