Halton Regional Police have identified 51 unplated motorcycles on the roads and laid numerous charges.
The goal of the first phase of Project Unplated is to identify unplated motorcycles and dangerous drivers.
The project was started because of the high volumes of motorcycles failing to stop for police officers, which is common during summer months.
“These unplated motorcycles are often used in racing, stunt driving and dangerous driving occurrences.,” Halton police said in a release.
“Throughout the summer, photos of unplated motorcycles seen driving throughout the Region of Halton were posted to HRPS social media accounts in order to generate tips from members of the public in identifying these motorists.”
Photos of yet to be identified unplated motorcycles and riders have been released.
Fifty-one motorcycles were identified where their licence plates were concealed/obstructed or not present.
This information has been shared with other police agencies.
Charges that have been laid include fail to stop for police, stunt driving, no insurance, operate unsafe vehicle, drive motor vehicle no license or improper license, use plate not authorized, use fake plate, no plate, plate improperly displayed, improper muffler, unnecessary noise, careless driving, and speeding.
Five motorcycles were towed or impounded by police during the course of the project.