Connecticut License Plates
Quick answer
A damaged plate can be replaced online for $25. A lost or stolen plate costs $5 to replace with a police report, or $25 without one.
Agency
Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles
Damaged plate replacement
$25.00
Online option
Partially available online
Find a verified place to license plates
DMV Waterbury
2210 Thomaston Ave, Waterbury 06704
800-842-8222
DMV Bridgeport
95 Sylvan Ave, Bridgeport 06606
800-842-8222
DMV Enfield Office
4 Pearson Way, Enfield 06082
DMV Wethersfield (Headquarters)
60 State Street, Wethersfield 06161
860-263-5700
Before you start
- Lost or Stolen Marker Plate Notice (Form E-159), for a lost or stolen plate
- Police report indicating the plate was stolen, for the reduced fee
Cost
Damaged plate replacement
flat$25.00
Regular or vanity plates ($15 for Long Island Sound or flag-style veteran plates)
Lost or stolen plate replacement
range$5.00 with a police report, $25.00 without one
Lost or stolen plates
How it works
- For a damaged plate, request a replacement online
- For a lost or stolen plate, notify local police, complete Form E-159, and make a DMV appointment
Online option
Availability varies
Damaged plates can be replaced online; lost or stolen plates require an in-person DMV appointment.
In person
Required for lost or stolen plates, with a police report and Form E-159.
Common situations
Verified August 18, 2026, source: Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles