Vehicle Owner
/ˈviːɪkəl ˈoʊnɚ/
Definitions
- (n.) A person or legal entity that holds legal title to a motor vehicle and is responsible for it under the law.
The vehicle owner is liable for any traffic violations committed using their car.
Forms
- vehicle owners
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Commentary
The term 'vehicle owner' often appears in statutes and regulations assigning legal responsibility; it is important to distinguish it from 'registered owner' which may differ in some jurisdictions.
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