shamu kumar 21 September 2020

rc ownership change and fine

my father (2 wheeler owner) died in January 2019 so fine will be applicable February 2019 to September 2020 rupees 300

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This discussion clarifies the process and financial implications when the registered owner of a vehicle passes away. If a vehicle owner dies, the successor can use the vehicle for three months without immediate transfer, provided they inform the registering authority within 30 days of the death and state their intention to use it. However, any challans or fines issued during this period will still be the responsibility of the deceased owner's estate, and the current possessor will be liable to pay them if ownership isn't formally transferred.

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Rama chary Rachakonda (Secunderabad/Telangana state Highcourt practice watsapp no.9989324294 ) 21 September 2020

Where the owner of a motor vehicle dies, the person succeeding to the possession of the vehicle may for a period of three months, use the vehicles as if it has been transferred to him where such person has, within thirty days of the death of the owner informs the registering authority of the occurrence of the death of the owner and of his own intention to use the vehicle.If ownership not transferred, the challans, fines imposes on deceased owner. The possessor has to pay the fine.