# Stolen Plates

> Utility app for searching stolen and special attention license plates. (iPhone/iPad app by Mike Siegel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stolen-plates/id873187456 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mike Siegel](https://appshunter.io/developer/873187459)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-07-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stolen-plates/id873187456/reviews.md

## What is Stolen Plates?

Created in partnership with the Vancouver Police Department Citizens’ Crime Watch, the Stolen Plates App is designed to search a distributed list of stolen and special attention license plates. Funding provided by the Vancouver Police Foundation.
 
note: The list of license plates is not publicly accessible and must be obtained through an authorized law-enforcement coordinator (refer to manual for the file format).

## Key features

- Search stolen license plates
- Search special attention license plates
- Partnership with law enforcement
- Obtain authorized data lists

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stolen-plates/id873187456/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Just a game

*2019-08-14, version 1.3.0*

I thought it was a serious app, but it has only made up licence plates, as far as I see

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2018-01-11*

Cannot get it to search

### 4/5 — Landscape mode needed

*2015-05-11, version 1.2.4*

The app is wonderful for checking plates in our community but we really need a landscape mode to use with external keyboards and Bluetooth keyboard cases!

### 5/5 — Most Helpful app

*2015-04-25, version 1.2.4*

A perfect App, one suggestion might be to also set it to a landscape setting as well as original setting, in other words to flip the app.
Thanks

## Frequently asked questions about Stolen Plates

### What is Stolen Plates used for?

Stolen Plates is a utility app designed to search a distributed list of stolen and special attention license plates. It is intended for use by authorized law enforcement personnel.

### How do I get the license plate list for Stolen Plates?

The list of license plates is not publicly accessible and must be obtained through an authorized law-enforcement coordinator. Refer to the manual for the required file format.

### Is Stolen Plates free to use?

Yes, Stolen Plates is available for free. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices does Stolen Plates support?

Stolen Plates is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### When was Stolen Plates last updated?

The latest version of Stolen Plates was released on March 12, 2024.

### What is the age rating for Stolen Plates?

Stolen Plates has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### What is the user rating for Stolen Plates?

Stolen Plates has a user rating of 2.3 stars based on 6 ratings.

### Who developed Stolen Plates?

Stolen Plates was developed by Mike Siegel.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.1 — 2024-03-12

fixed keypad auto-sizing issue with iOS 17.4
minor bug fixes

### 1.4.0 — 2020-04-28

* Full support for Dark Mode (iOS / iPadOS 13+)
* Dynamic layout to take advantage of larger screens
* Lock screen privacy
* Other miscellaneous fixes and enhancements

### 1.3.1 — 2019-10-11

- import file fix for iOS 13
- iOS 13 dark mode integration
- bug fixes

### 1.3.0 — 2016-05-21

- Night Mode
- Last Plate entered (info screen on iPhone)
- Large Current Plate (iPad only)
- Manual/FAQ (blue question mark icon)
- Hit sound changed to siren (to match the Windows version)
- Tactile *click* noise when pushing number buttons
- Manual search of short plates when multiple possible hits (XE, XER123)
- Updated Location Services compliance
- Minor layout changes

### 1.2.4 — 2014-06-23

No release notes.

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