Here in Minnesota, we don’t hold back on our pride. Whether it’s for our families, our communities, or every little victory we stack up along the way, we’re all about showing it off.

We’re the kind of people who proudly stick a “my kid’s an honor roll student” decal next to a Vikings logo or a quirky bumper sticker about ice fishing. It’s part of our charm and why wouldn’t we celebrate the things that make us, well, us?

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But sometimes, all that pride plastered on the back of our cars can share a little more than we’d like with the world.

Consider this: just like posting your vacation pics on social media while still away, displaying certain details on your car can send a message to anyone looking for information.

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Bumper stickers may seem like a harmless way to express ourselves, but they can also unintentionally give away information that could be misused by the wrong person.

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According to the Meridian Police Department, these sorts of stickers may make your family the target of a crime.

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Tips from Drive Safe Online: 

Choose decals that let you express your personality without giving away personal details. You can show off your love for sports, hobbies, or family with symbols that don’t get too specific. That way, you keep your safety, and your family’s, intact while still keeping things fun and unique.

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