Multiple drivers in Jamestown, New York, are facing a bureaucratic nightmare after surrendering their license plates at the local DMV. Months or even years later, they are being hit with thousands of dollars in toll bills and fines from states like Delaware and Pennsylvania. The victims’ old plate numbers are appearing on other vehicles, leading to fraudulent charges that are difficult to dispute. One victim, Debbie Bonovitch, was billed nearly $6,000 and had to hire an attorney to navigate the system. While local agencies claim to be following procedures, the New York State DMV has launched an active investigation into the recurring incidents tied to the Jamestown office. The cases highlight a significant failure mode in vehicle administration, where individuals are forced to prove their innocence against automated enforcement systems and opaque state agencies, with little recourse or support.