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I've never bought or sold a vehicle (in the US) where either party kept the plates. Titles usually have a "report of sale" stub on them that you can submit to the licensing department. If you date the title and submit the stub, you're covered.
With friends I trust, I just sign the title with no date and keep the report of sale stub. With strangers whom I generally trust, I fill out all the paperwork. With people I don't trust, I go to the licensing department with them to make sure the transfer takes place successfully.
I've never had the misfortune to learn these lessons the hard way, but I've seen it happen to other people many times. I would not let this linger. Call the people who are sending you the tickets and explain what's happened, fax them evidence if possible, and ask for an extension. Hopefully they'll accommodate you. Call the licensing department and see what your options are to report the sale. Call the police and see what can be done. Even if these people can't help you, ask them if they have any suggestions. The new owner may be hit with some fees for not transferring the title in a timely manner, but that's not your problem.
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