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| Current series | |
|---|---|
| Size | 12 in × 6 in 30 cm × 15 cm |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Serial format | ABC-D12 |
| Introduced | January 2000 |
| Availability | |
| Issued by | Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles |
| History | |
| First issued | July 15, 1913 |
The U.S. state of Colorado first required its residents to register their motor vehicles and display license plates in 1913. As of 2024[update], plates are issued by the Colorado Department of Revenue through its Division of Motor Vehicles. Front and rear plates are required for most classes of vehicles, while only rear plates are required for motorcycles and trailers.
The basic design of Colorado's license plate, a range of mountains against a white or green background, has been in use since 1960 (except for 1973 and 1975–76). In 2000, a screened, more detailed version of the mountain range replaced the previous dark green version.