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Sacramento Becomes First U.S. City To Test Digital License Plates

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Sacramento is the first United States city to start testing out digital license plates.

The tags use wireless technology allowing messages to be changed remotely or by drivers.

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That means a plate could report if a car has been stolen.

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It can also display important amber alert information.

Dealerships are expected to sell plates for $700.

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