Bill > HB0300

This bill amends Tennessee law to address license plate flippers, which are mechanical devices that can rotate or change a vehicle's license plate. The legislation authorizes law enforcement officers to seize or impound a motor vehicle found with an installed license plate flipper, but requires that the vehicle's owner or operator be given an opportunity to safely remove the device if they are present. If the owner can remove the flipper, the officer may only seize the device itself as contraband. In cases where the vehicle is impounded, the owner becomes responsible for towing and impounding fees, as well as the costs associated with removing the license plate flipper. The law enforcement officer has discretion to direct the vehicle's owner to move to a designated location for safe removal of the device. The bill aims to prevent potential license plate manipulation that could be used to conceal a vehicle's identity or avoid detection for traffic violations or other criminal activities. The legislation takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB0300&ga=114