The requirement for vehicles to display a plate on both the front and rear is a motor vehicle regulation in Colorado. This statute mandates that all registered vehicles, with limited exceptions, must visibly exhibit official identification on the front of the vehicle in addition to the rear. This provision is aimed at ensuring vehicle identification and facilitating law enforcement activities.
Adherence to this rule enhances the ability of law enforcement to identify vehicles involved in traffic violations, criminal activities, or parking infractions. Displaying both plates improves the accuracy of automated license plate readers (ALPRs) used by police agencies and parking authorities. Historically, the implementation of mandatory dual-plate display has been justified as a means to improve public safety and streamline vehicle tracking.