Licence plate-flipping devices illegal, says LTA; those caught with false plates face fines, jail

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has warned the motoring public that it is an offence to use a device which allows drivers to flip their vehicle licence plates, thereby concealing the car’s actual registration number.

- Sherlyn Sim

The devices drew attention in Malaysia last week following a government clampdown.

When installed on a vehicle, these devices can conceal or switch a vehicle’s registration number using a remote control, enabling drivers to bypass law enforcement systems.

In response to queries from The Straits Times, the LTA said it is aware of the devices and conducts regular checks on vehicle licence plates as part of ongoing enforcement against display of false plates.

It said: “While we have not identified any such cases in Singapore, we will take decisive enforcement action against any violator.”