The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that it will begin the arrest and prosecution of individuals using fake, forged, or expired DV plates and DP stickers starting Monday, May 4, 2026.
The move 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 expired DP stickers. Initial enforcement began on March 24, 2026.
Since then, the DVLA’s Compliance Team, in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, has carried out targeted operations across various locations. These exercises primarily focused on removing non-compliant plates and stickers.
However, the Authority says it has observed continued non-compliance among some vehicle users.
The DVLA has therefore 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.
In response, the Authority says it will escalate enforcement measures, warning that from May 4, offenders will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
The directive, according to the DVLA, is aimed at strengthening regulatory compliance, protecting the integrity of vehicle registration data, and safeguarding public safety.
The Authority is urging all vehicle users to comply fully with the regulations and support efforts to ensure a transparent and efficient vehicle administration system.
