Can the owner and registered keeper of a car be different?
The registered keeper can be different to the owner But the owner might not be the registered keeper. The registered keeper is the person who looks after the car. That means they pay for road tax, MOT and any services. Even though the company technically owns the car, you’re the person who does all the driving.
Does the owner of the car have to be the policyholder?
There’s no reason you can’t insure a car you don’t own. And sometimes you can insure a car without being the registered keeper. But ultimately it comes down to the insurer. Usually, when you buy insurance, you’ll be asked if you’re the owner as well as being asked if you’re the registered keeper.
What happens if you put a car in someone else’s name?
When you do this, you must be careful about whose name remains on the title. If you put the car entirely in someone else’s name, you may forfeit ownership rights. If you pay for a car for someone, decide right away if your name will be on the title. Having a car in someone else’s name means that they are listed on the title.
Can you sell a car if someone else is on the title?
However, the fact that someone else is on the title means that even though you paid for the car, you can’t legally sell it without the consent of the other person on the title. You do not have a right to the car if you aren’t on the title.
What should I do if my wife stole my car?
File for divorce and a temporary order. Ask the court to make her give back the car. * This will flag comments for moderators to take action. Lawyers from our extensive network are ready to answer your question.
Can You Lie About Your Wife taking your car?
That is never a good idea when dealing with law enforcement or the courts: you are free to keep your mouth shut, but you are not free to lie. If you live in a marital (=community) property State, your wife likely has a one-half interest in the vehicle regardless of whose name is on the title.