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Welcome to the OC Recycle Guide. Need to get rid of it but not sure where it goes? Search an A-Z list of recycling options for Orange County residents.

License Plates

OPTIONS:

Recycle

Recycle old license plates by returning them to the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Contact a local office for details.

Reuse

Reuse old license plates as art or for other creative projects

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