What happens after I have filed form MV-78B and the plates were recovered with my vehicle?
You must bring the plates and your copy of the MV-78B to the DMV office to surrender them. You must then apply for new plates to get your registration re-instated
What if my plates are missing?
With missing plates, you must bring your copy of the MV-78B form to the DMV office and then apply for new plates and a re-instatement of your registrtion