License Plate Frames in Minnesota
License plate frames are legal in Minnesota as long as nothing required stays hidden. It is unlawful to cover the assigned letters and numbers OR the state-of-origin name with any material — including clear material that affects visibility or reflectivity.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
It is unlawful to cover the assigned letters and numbers OR the state-of-origin name with any material — including clear material that affects visibility or reflectivity.
Specific Limits
- Covers
- all banned including clear
- Frames
- banned if they cover the state name
- Must stay visible
- letters, numbers, state name
Exceptions & Exemptions
License plate frames are allowed but must not obscure any letters, numbers, or registration tabs on the license plate
Frequently Asked Questions
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Street-legal license plate frames picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Minnesota.
A low-profile frame that doesn't cover the state name, tags, or registration stickers.
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