Introduction
If you need to stop a vehicle being sold, you can place a dealing restriction on it at a service centre. A dealing restriction is placed on a vehicle when ownership is disputed. Registration can be renewed on the vehicle, but it can't be transferred or re-established.
What you need
- your proof of identity
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a court order (if applicable)
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a police report or COPS Event Number (if applicable)
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a financial management order (if applicable)
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a copy of the Will or Testament if you're the executor of the estate (if applicable)
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authorisation from the company, if you're representing their directions (if applicable)
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evidence that you're a company director (if applicable)
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the completed Dealing Restriction Application – PDF form with a daytime contact number supplied
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documentary evidence that legal proceedings have commenced, or a letter from a legal representative that legal proceedings are about to commence
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written proof of the relationship between the parties (for example, a letter from a solicitor outlining the relationship).
How to apply
- Download, print and complete the Dealing Restriction Application – PDF
- Make sure you've attached all the required documents.
- Visit a service centre and submit your application.