Those who swap RMV-issued number plates and engage in fraudulent activities will face consequences.

Instructions have been given to the relevant police officers to take strict legal action against drivers who operate vehicles with illegally altered standardized vehicle number plates issued by the Department of Motor Traffic. Deputy Inspector General of Police W. in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety.

P. J. Senadheera revealed this.

Currently, the process of issuing official number plates for newly registered vehicles is not fully taking place. The Deputy Inspector General pointed out that some racketeers have taken advantage of this situation to engage in various illegal activities.

It has been reported that owners registering new vehicles are especially using unofficial, multi-colored number plates on their vehicles and driving them on the roads. Emphasizing the need to immediately regulate this situation, he also stated that the Inspector General of Police has already informed the Commissioner General of Motor Traffic about this matter.