P.R. Laws tit. 9, § 5037
The Secretary shall refuse to register the transfer of a motor vehicle, trailer or semi-trailer in the following cases:
(a) Whenever such registry would result in violation of this chapter or any other applicable law or regulation.
(b) Whenever the information supplied in the transfer document or documents is false or insufficient.
(d) Whenever the necessary requirements for the transfer of motor vehicles or trailers established herein are not complied with.
(e) Whenever the transfer registration fees have not been paid or the vehicle is pledged by any lien.
In every case in which the necessary requirements for registry of transfer are not complied with, the Secretary shall send written communication to all interested parties.
History —Jan. 7, 2000, No. 22, § 2.36; Aug. 19, 2005, No. 57, § 2.