CarMax Refuses to Return License Plate After Vehicle Sale
A car seller was denied return of their own license plate by CarMax staff citing internal policy, despite state laws requiring the plate be returned to the registered owner. The situation exposes the seller to ongoing liability for tolls, tickets, and registration violations. There is no clear escalation path when dealer staff misrepresent consumer rights at point of sale.
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