Not even close to the real thing.
On Wednesday, Ontario Provincial Police spotted a SUV on River Road West in Wasaga Beach displaying licence plates that were not issued by any government ministry.
The vehicle was stopped, and police say the 59-year-old female driver from Wasaga Beach refused to identify herself.
As a result, she was arrested and charged with the following offences:
• Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
• Deface vehicle identification number
• Confuse identity of plate
• Fail to surrender permit for the motor vehicle
• Fail to display two plates
• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
• Fail to surrender driver’s licence
The SUV was impounded under the Highway Traffic Act, and the woman was released with a court date.
"Displaying fraudulent licence plates and refusing to identify yourself during a traffic stop are serious offences that compromise public safety and accountability. Always ensure your vehicle is properly registered, insured, and identifiable," police said in a social media post.
