DVLA to Arrest and Prosecute Users of Fake, Expired DV Plates from May 4

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that it will begin arresting and prosecuting individuals using fake, forged, or expired DV plates and DP stickers starting Monday, May 4, 2026. The directive follows an earlier public notice issued on March 19, 2026, which outlined plans to clamp down on the use of expired 2025 DV plates, forged 2026 DV plates, and outdated DP stickers. Initial enforcement began on March 24, with authorities focusing mainly on removing non-compliant plates and stickers from vehicles. Since the start of the exercise, the DVLA’s Compliance Team, working closely with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, has carried out targeted operations at various locations across the country. According to a statement issued by the DVLA on April 17, 2026, despite these efforts, some vehicle users have continued to flout the regulations. The Authority expressed concern over the persistent non-compliance, prompting the decision to escalate enforcement measures. The DVLA reiterated that under Regulation 23(11) of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), it is illegal to possess or use forged or fake trade licences, including DV and DP plates and stickers. It warned that anyone found violating the law from May 4 will face immediate arrest and prosecution. “In light of this, the DVLA will escalate its enforcement measures. From May 4, 2026, any individual found in violation will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law,” the statement cautioned. The Authority noted that the move is intended to strengthen regulatory compliance, protect the integrity of vehicle registration systems, and enhance public safety on the roads. It further urged all vehicle owners and users to regularise their documentation and ensure full compliance with existing regulations. The DVLA emphasized that cooperation from the public is essential to building a transparent, accountable, and efficient vehicle administration system in Ghana.