Final answer:
The statement is False; all registered vehicles in California must display both a front and a rear license plate as required by VC 5200, irrespective of whether the vehicle was equipped with a mounting frame.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement is False. Pursuant to Vehicle Code 5200 (VC 5200) in California, all registered vehicles are required to display two license plates: one on the front and one on the rear. This is a requirement regardless of whether the vehicle was originally equipped with a license plate mounting frame.
Vehicles must have a mounting frame if the vehicle was designed for a front plate, and not having a front plate where required can result in a ticket. Therefore, all vehicles that have a designated space for a front license plate must have one properly mounted.