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i was pulled over for having a vertically mounted license plate in hendersonville and did receive a ticket...

55-4-110. Display of registration plates - Manner - Penalty for violation. -

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Every registration plate shall at all times be securely fastened in a horizontal position to the vehicle for which it is issued so to prevent the plate from swinging and at a height of not less than twelve inches (12²) from the ground, measuring from the bottom of the plate, in a place and position to be clearly visible and shall be maintained free from foreign materials and in a condition to be clearly legible. No tinted materials may be placed over a license plate even if the information upon the license plate is not concealed.

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yes they are it was passed 2years ago. you have to find a up to date copy of Tennessee code annotated 55-4-110 and in section B it clearly states this law. every trooper I have talked to most current book they have is 2006

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