OMVIC Curbsiding and Illegal Sales Practices Flashcards
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Which action by a consumer BEST helps them avoid buying from a curbsider?
Answer: Verifying the seller's OMVIC registration at OMVIC.ca before completing the purchase
OMVIC's public dealer registry at OMVIC.ca allows consumers to verify whether a seller is a registered dealer or salesperson, the most direct protection against curbsiders.
Under the MVDA 2002, which of the following is considered an 'illegal trade practice' when conducted by a registered dealer?
Answer: Making false or misleading representations about a vehicle's history or condition
Making false or misleading representations is an illegal trade practice under the MVDA and the Ontario Consumer Protection Act, applicable to registered dealers.
If an OMVIC inspector arrives at a business they believe is operating as an unregistered dealer, which power does the MVDA 2002 grant them?
Answer: Power to enter the premises and inspect records without prior notice
OMVIC inspectors have statutory authority under the MVDA 2002 to enter business premises and examine records as part of an investigation.
A curbsider who also misrepresents vehicle history (e.g., conceals a rebuilt title) may face charges under which additional Ontario statute?
Answer: Ontario Consumer Protection Act 2002
Misrepresentations by unregistered sellers may also violate the Consumer Protection Act 2002, which prohibits unfair practices in consumer transactions.
Which of the following vehicle sale scenarios would MOST likely be considered curbsiding under the MVDA 2002?
Answer: A mechanic buying six vehicles at auction over eight months, repairing and reselling each for a margin
Regularly buying, repairing, and reselling vehicles for profit without OMVIC registration constitutes curbsiding, regardless of mechanical improvements made.
OMVIC's 'Consumer Handbook' advises buyers to look for the dealer's OMVIC registration certificate at the dealership. Where should this certificate be displayed?
Answer: In a conspicuous location at the dealer's registered place of business
Registered dealers must display their OMVIC certificate of registration in a prominent location at their designated business premises.
When enforcement action leads to a conviction for curbsiding, who prosecutes the case in Ontario?
Answer: The Crown Attorney's office prosecutes under the Provincial Offences Act
Curbsiding cases are provincial offences prosecuted by the Crown through the Provincial Offences Act after OMVIC or the Ministry refers the matter for prosecution.