I'm curious if the process for stolen plates and stolen vehicles is the same?
Stolen plates have a different form and it is only available at police agencies and not at DMV.
Okay. So after i lodge the report, i should just wait for any news from the police?
Yes. The police will input your vehicle information into national and state auto theft computer records. Other than tracking the vehicle, this will also prevent someone from selling or applying for a title using your vehicle.