For 15 years, Wendy Auger proudly displayed her personalized license plate “PB4WEGO,” a playful nod to parental advice. Recently, however, the New Hampshire DMV declared it inappropriate, leaving Wendy confused and upset.
The DMV argued the plate violated their rules on offensive wording, but Wendy insists her message is harmless and humorous. She believes the state’s decision infringes on her right to free expression, stating, “It’s just lighthearted advice, not offensive.”
Wendy’s plate holds sentimental value. After New Hampshire expanded vanity plates to seven characters, she was thrilled to secure “PB4WEGO.” Now, the possibility of losing it feels unfair.
The state defends its stance with specific guidelines based on past court rulings. Yet, many question if applying these rules to Wendy’s plate is necessary.
As Wendy appeals to authorities to reconsider, her fight raises broader questions about free expression and the interpretation of harmless humor. Should she lose something so meaningful over a subjective decision? Wendy hopes reason will prevail and her cherished plate will remain hers.
