On purchasing an old vehicle in Delhi, it is mandatory to transfer RC within 15 days, otherwise legal action will be taken.

Mandatory to transfer vehicle registration certificate in one’s name in Delhi

It has now become legally necessary to transfer the RC (Registration Certificate) to your name after the sale of the vehicle in the capital. Delhi Police and Transport Department have given clear instructions that the person purchasing an old vehicle will have to get the RC transferred in his name within 15 days. If this is not done, legal action can be taken against the person concerned.

Keeping safety measures in mind

The decision has been taken in the context of security-related issues raised after the recent blast near the Red Fort. The police faced problems in investigating vehicles in such cases whose registration certificates were in the name of the old owner or whose records were not updated. The move aims to improve safety and reduce potential threats.

Complete details of vehicle purchase and sale necessary

The Transport Department has instructed all old vehicle dealers to ensure that they enter all the information related to the sale and purchase of the vehicle in the RTO/Country Transport Portal. With this, a clear record of outstanding challans, taxes and other legal duties related to the vehicle will be available, which will also make solving problems easier.

Important rules of RC transfer

If you have purchased an old vehicle, you will have to complete the RC transfer process within 15 days. If the mutation is not done, legal action will be taken against the person concerned, which may include challan, fine and other penalties. This rule is also applicable to all dealers, who are responsible for maintaining complete details of purchase and sale of vehicles with the RTO.

Why is registration of ownership necessary?

Transferring the RC is important because the Registration Certificate (RC) is in the name of the person who is held responsible for all taxes, invoices and other legal duties of the vehicle. Until the transfer takes place, the burden of all these responsibilities remains on the old owner. For example, if the old vehicle purchased is involved in a violation or an accident, the police may consider it to be in the name of the first owner if the RC is not transferred, which can lead to legal complications.

By implementing this new rule, the Delhi government is taking an important step, which will not only help in increasing security but will also streamline the buying and selling of vehicles. All citizens are expected to follow this rule and complete the RC transfer process on time.