Report Lost or Stolen License Plates or Tags

If your license plates or tabs have been stolen, you may receive up to two sets of replacement plates or tabs per year at no cost (a $6 processing fee will apply).

You should be able to obtain replacement tags or plates at any license office, provided that your registration information is still current.

To replace your stolen license plates or tabs, or both, you must:

• Fill out and have notarized an Application for Replacement Plates/Tabs (Form 1576), indicating the reason for the replacement.
• Have the $6 processing fee.
• Contact the MO State Highway Patrol or Police Division non-emergency number (314) 231-1212 and report them as stolen.

This transaction can be processed at any Missouri license office, or you may submit your application paperwork and fee, by mail, to:

$6.00 fee to replace stolen tags or license plates.

Replacement of tags and/or plates.