Five people have been arrested in a joint operation by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) and National Security over their alleged involvement in the production and distribution of fake DV number plates across the country.
The suspects were picked up in separate operations carried out at Lapaz, Narhman, Tarkwa and Kumasi following intelligence gathered on the activities of a network suspected to be circulating the counterfeit plates. Authorities say two additional suspects connected to the operation remain at large.
According to the DVLA, the five suspects have already been arraigned before court and are currently on remand. They are expected to reappear before the court on March 17, 2026.
Investigations also revealed that several of the fake DV plates were issued together with forged motor insurance documents to create the impression that the registrations were legitimate.
The Authority has therefore cautioned the public about the growing infiltration of fake DV plates in the system and advised motorists to ensure that their vehicle registrations are obtained through the proper channels.
It further explained that persons eligible to use DV plates, as outlined under Regulation 23 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), can obtain them directly from the Authority upon application.
The DVLA also reminded the public that Sub-regulation 11 of Regulation 23 criminalises the forging or use of forged DV plates as well as driving a vehicle that displays a duplicate or unauthorized plate, warning that anyone found breaching the law will face prosecution.
