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I'm pretty sure the CA vehivle code only requrie the front plate to be "displayed" above 18" from the ground in the front area of the car. No mention of it needs to be on the bumper.

I have mine in my room too. There is no way in hell I would put holes on my car for no good reason. front plates doesn;t serve any law enforcement purpose if you think about it. It is simply a revenue generating device for local authorities.

Here is the real deal from the Cal. Vehicle Code...
5200 CVC - When two license plates are issued by the DMV for a vehicle, they shall be attached to the vehicle for which they were issued, one in the front and the other in the rear.
5201 CVC - License plates shall at all times be securely fastened to the vehicle for which they are issued so as to prevent the plates from swinging and shall be mounted in a position to be clearly visible, and shall be maintained in a condition so as to be clearly legible. The front license plate shall be mounted not more than 60 inches from the ground.

For more stimulating reading, here's a link... http://www.lapdonline.org/bldg_safer_comms/tip_of_the_month/2000/Traffic/00_06_traffic_tip.htm