The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has clarified that it does not have the legal mandate to settle disputes relating to vehicle ownership in Ghana.
In a public notice signed by the Chief Executive Officer of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, the Authority stated that its role is limited to the registration and licensing of vehicles based on documents presented during the application process.
According to the notice, the DVLA is not a judicial body and therefore lacks the legal authority to arbitrate or determine disputes over the ownership or legal title of vehicles.
The Authority explained that any disagreement regarding vehicle ownership must be resolved through the law courts or through the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms under the Judicial Service.
The DVLA further indicated that it would only update its records or process a change of vehicle ownership upon the presentation of a valid court order or a mutually signed legal transfer agreement.
The Authority urged the public to ensure that all vehicle transactions are backed by clear legal ownership documentation before proceeding with purchases or transfers.
The notice forms part of efforts by the DVLA to educate the public on its responsibilities and the legal procedures governing vehicle ownership disputes in the country.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
