Pennsylvania License Plates
Quick answer
A lost, stolen, or defaced registration plate can be replaced by submitting Form MV-44 to a PennDOT-authorized agent.
Agency
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Online option
In person only
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- Application for Duplicate Registration Card or Replacement of Lost, Stolen or Defaced Registration Plate (Form MV-44)
How it works
- Complete Form MV-44
- Submit to a PennDOT-authorized agent with payment
Online option
Not available online
This requires an in-person visit; see the in-person section below.
In person
Handled through a PennDOT-authorized agent.
Common situations
Official source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Verified August 18, 2026, source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation