The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that effective Monday, May 4, 2026, it will commence arrest and prosecution of individuals found in possession of vehicles bearing fake, forged, or expired DV plates and DP stickers.
The warning follows an earlier public notice issued on March 19, 2026, which outlined the Authority’s intention to clamp down on the use of expired 2025 DV plates, forged 2026 DV plates, and expired DP stickers, with enforcement commencing on March 24, 2026.
Since the start of the exercise, DVLA’s Compliance Team, in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, has undertaken targeted operations across various locations.
According to a notice issued on April 17, 2026, from DVLA said initial efforts focused primarily on the removal of non-compliant plates and stickers.
The Authority said despite these interventions, it has observed continued non-compliance by some vehicle users.
The DVLA reiterated that under Regulation 23(11) of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.. 2180), it is unlawful to possess or use forged or fake trade licences, including DV and DP plates and stickers.
“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 Authority cautioned.
DVLA noted that the directive is aimed at strengthening regulatory compliance, protecting the integrity of vehicle registration data, and safeguarding public safety.
The DVLA called on all vehicle users to comply fully with the regulations and support ongoing efforts to ensure a transparent, accountable, and efficient vehicle administration system.
