Road Traffic Offences

Tuesday, 9 April 2024

Questions (216)

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

216. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport if a matter in relation to a car sale can be addressed (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14361/24]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

My Department through the National Vehicle and Driver File (NVDF) maintains a record of the ‘registered owners’ of motor vehicles. Articles 9 and 10 of the Road Vehicles (Registration and Licensing) (Amendment) Regulations 1992 (SI No. 385 of 1992) and amendments made thereon set out the procedures regarding notification and recording of change of vehicle ownership.

While data from the NVDF is shared with An Garda Síochána, the issuance of speeding fines, including establishing who the vehicle owner was at the time of the offence, is a matter for An Garda Síochána.

Notwithstanding the above, should the individual concerned contact An Garda Síochána on this matter, my officials will assist An Garda Síochána to confirm the recorded change of ownership.