Towing Issues/Questions Answered by Expert Chris Cantrell
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Fire lane | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I had a car towed from the an apartment complex. There are never any parking spaces available, so i ... A: Title 40 chapter 6 of the Georgia code has all the laws concerning parking and fire lanes. I cannot ... | |
| Hazmat | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: i was wondering how you charge for hazmat tows? Yesterday a propane truck had flipped and was about ... A: OSHA, NIOSH and DOT have regulations regarding towing of haz mat loaded vehicles. If you are not ... | |
| Starting a towing and recovery business | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I have been looking to start our own business. We have recently decided that a towing ... A: If you choose to start a towing business you will have to consider the equipment (roughly 15-20K per ... | |
| towing | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: My husbands truck was towed from the Auto Zone Parking lot in Concord, NC late this morning. There ... A: Yes, you are correct. A towing company must have a signed authorization to tow a vehicle from ... | |
| towed vehicle | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: My truck was in an accident Saturday night. The police had it towed by a private company to their ... A: I don't understand why the vehicle was towed. Is the vehicle damaged where you cannot drive it? Did ... | |
| Towing Car Fees - pay or not? | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I had my old car towed here in Orlando -FL due to a flat tire. I am not willing to get it from the ... A: I am guessing it was towed without your consent, which depending on the circumstances is legal in ... | |
| fire lane towing question | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I'm in California and I was recently towed from a fire lane. The problem is that the fire lane is ... A: Attached is a copy from a county statute but it references the California motor vehicle code. Maybe ... | |
| Tow | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: My car was Towed....However I parked my car in the designated area, the problem is, these ... A: I definitely would contact the local police department and file a report. Depending on what state ... | |
| towing | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: On March 26,2010 at 04:16pm my roommates vehicle was towed from the parking area of many resturants ... A: Yes, they actually can tow a vehicle, especially if someone leaves the property. You can google ... | |
| TOWING ILLEGALLY | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: "MY DAUGHTER'S BOYFRIEND AND SHE LIVE IN AN APARTMENT COMPLEX. ONE NIGHT SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, THEY ... A: I think you have a legitimate gripe. I would start with sending the complex a registered letter ... | |
| ILLEGAL TOW & SPOTTER | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Friend of mine was parked at a Kragen Parts Store after hours. They have a sign posted saying that ... A: I would recommend looking for predatory towing on google. There are several good web sites dedicated ... | |
| TOWING ILLEGALLY | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: "MY DAUGHTER'S BOYFRIEND AND SHE LIVE IN AN APARTMENT COMPLEX. ONE NIGHT SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, THEY ... A: Most apartment complexes have policies on towing. These should be in writing or part of the rental ... | |
| truck towed | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: i went in my house for a few minutes to drop something off ...and a fire lane is in front of my ... A: If you were parked illegally then there is not much you can do about it. The wrecker service is ... | |
| excessive towing charges and fees by the city | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: My car was towed due to expired registration. Okay, that part is my fault, but after spending a day ... A: What was the $200 fee for? If it was a fine then they can charge you that for the expired ... | |
| Towing a 1990 Jeep Wrangler | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: Help! I am very confused as to the best way to tow a Jeep Wrangler. Several sites have advised ... A: As you can tell by the different answers you have gotten from different web sites, there are varied ... | |
| Towing damaged emergency brake | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: Car was towed from a shopping parking lot. The tow truck did not place our 328I BMW on a bed. ... A: Most disclaimers are not worth the paper they are written on. A towing company cannot just say they ... | |
| Illegal towing in an HOA apartment complex | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: My car was towed illegally because the apartment complex had confusing parking lot numbers. A tenant ... A: You can request the information in writing, advising them that you intend to pursue legal action and ... | |
| Damage during/after Repo | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: My car was repossessed and either during the repossession or during the storage or transport to an ... A: Are you referring to ADESA in Moody Al? I would recommend sending a letter (certified) to both ... | |
| 2007 Buick stuck in heavy mud. | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: Where is the wenching hook or towing hook on the 2007 Buick Lucerne. Or What underneath do we hook ... A: there is no hook designed for winching the 07 Lucerne. There are tie down hooks mounted to the frame ... | |
| My Guest's car towed today bydemand from HOA Pres. | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I know very little about these issues and would VERY MUCH appreciate a primary education. So here ... A: There are several web sites and associations that may be of some help to you. Indiana has a towing ... | |
| auto towing in ok | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: Does a place of business have to post auto towing policies on property? also is there a time limit ... A: In almost all states there are regulations concerning the posting of signs on private property. I ... | |
| Towing from HOA's | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I asked this question of another member, but now his profile says he's on vacation until the end of ... A: This is an issue that you will unfortunately have to discuss with the manager. Only the HOA or ... | |
| Tow from Apartment complex missing sticker | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: My car was recently towed from my apartment complex while I was out of town. My registration was ... A: You may also want to check with the PD in many states towing companies are required to notify the ... | |
| LosingMyCar | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: My car caught on fire the other day like there's no tomorrow, I was on the 405 in CostaMesa(OC) Ca, ... A: Unfortunately in some states, California being one of them, towing companies are able to charge the ... | |
| towing from private property article24 code 16 | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: the law of baltimore county in maryland says it has to be attached and i want to know attached means ... A: Definitions vary from state to state. In Texas, if a tow truck is touching a vehicle it is ... | |
| repo | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: Mr Cantrell, Is there a certification that you recommend a newcomer to the repossession industry ... A: Virginia is a self-help repossession state. You can repossess secured collateral as long as you do ... | |
| car towed | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: do the towing company suppose post an exact time on the stickers and since i just bought my car and ... A: Florida has very specific laws when it comes to towing. They have an excellent web site that you can ... | |
| Your Repo book | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: How up to date is the book you wrote about the repossession industry? I am a highly motivated person ... A: My book was published in 1997. Nothing has changed with the exception of a few laws that we have ... | |
| Towing | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: My place of employment never has enough parking for the staff and the customers. My employer has an ... A: Even if your employer only leases or rents the property he still has the right to have vehicles ... | |
| 4 passes, 2 types for 4 spots | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: What a bad night! It all started at 2 in the morning when I was woken up by my roommates saying my ... A: I would start with the HOA. If you have a copy of your lease agreement or their towing ploicy it ... | |
| 4 passes, 2 types for 4 spots | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: What a bad night! It all started at 2 in the morning when I was woken up by my roommates saying my ... A: I'm not sure about the 175, but why was the vehicle towed in the first place. I also need to know ... | |
| illegal tow | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I own a 24'uhaul truck and somebody named John called a Florence SC local tow company. Without ... A: You could wait to see what the report has on it and if there is any information that would benefit ... | |
| Towing charges and practices for repo's in PA | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: My car was just rep'd by on Monday morning. Repo guy just came and took it at 4am and did not give ... A: Generally repossession companies do not charge storage or not until after 10 days to allow the ... | |
| illegal tow | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I own a 24'uhaul truck and somebody named John called a Florence SC local tow company. Without ... A: The towing company cannot tow a vehicle without authorization from the owner. You have a good case ... | |
| Car was damaged during repo and they admitted it | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I had 2 vehicles repo-ed. The loan was on my truck but the bank held the title for collateral(even ... A: A letter, usually registered mail is your best option to begin with. Send the letter with your offer ... | |
| Car was damaged during repo and they admitted it | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I had 2 vehicles repo-ed. The loan was on my truck but the bank held the title for collateral(even ... A: You definitely have a case and it is good that you have something in writing to back up the fact ... | |
| who s at fault | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: My car was towed from my apartment parking lot cuz the didn't see my parking sticker.When i called ... A: If the decal was not applied to the window then the towing company would not be responsible if your ... | |
| private property tow | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: can my tow company ,tow from my own commercial property , and also my dads ? i have been told by a ... A: If you own the property and vehicles are parking illegally then you have the right to tow them. Just ... | |
| 1996 ford aerostar | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 96 ford aerostar van that is rear wheel drive, i need to put a hitch on it to use a tow ... A: If you are in the repo business then I know you are familiar with towing cars. I specialize in ... | |
| Car towed twice in 2 weeks-5th ticket | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: First, thank you in advance for any light AT ALL you can shed on this dilemna for me. Okay, down to ... A: Unfortunately yes, if you have citations they can impound the vehicle. The notice is the citation ... | |
| Question regarding Dollies | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I recently had my g/f's vehicle towed from my complex stating exceeding guest parking. The vehicle ... A: depending on what type of wrecker was used, probably a wheel lift it is sometimes necessary to use a ... | |
| Personal Property in a vehicle | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: My Fathers ex-girlfreind stole my vehicle. I retreived it and all of her personal property is still ... A: Did you pursue charges for theft or unauthorized use? I would recommend sending her a registered ... | |
| Lien Sale of car after only 5 days of impound | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: We live in Contra Costa County in CA and my husband got into a accident and our car had to be towed. ... A: The following are links to web sites for Ca DMV. The towing company is required to wait 15 days ... | |
| STATE STATUE FOR ABANDON/IMPOUND VHEICLES IN SHOPS ETC. | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I work for a lein holder and wanted to know the statue for the state of Alabama pertaining to ... A: If they have not complied with the state laws you can report them to the state. I can't remember who ... | |
| Stolen rubber tired backhoe | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Luckily we had LOJack on it and it was recovered last night but the police had it towed to an ... A: For a police impound, there should be limits on how much a company can charge. Due to the nature of ... | |
| owners request for a tow truck | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: In new york is there a law which allows someone involved in an accident to call a tow truck of ther ... A: Anyone should be able to use a wrecker service on a "personal request" basis as long as that company ... | |
| Is a repo a consentual tow? | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: Is a repo considered a consentual tow since the bank or finance co. owns the car and is the one ... A: No, even though some states vary in the laws concerning repossessions, it is not considered a ... | |
| Negotiating tow fees ? | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Can you suggest some potentially successful ways of negotiating with the tow company to reduce fees? ... A: You should have already gotten the vehicle out of storage and worried about the fees later. The more ... | |
| how to find a car that has been towed | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: about a year ago, my car was towed. it sat in the towing yard for a year, then it disappeared from ... A: If the car was towed a year ago I can't imagine what the storage fees are. The towing company cannot ... | |
| Tow operators responsibility for damages to vehicl | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Would you say it's the responsibility of an individual tow truck driver to pay for damage to a ... A: If the driver is an employee then the towing company is ultimately responsible. Whether they want to ... | |
| how to find a car that has been towed | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: about a year ago, my car was towed. it sat in the towing yard for a year, then it disappeared from ... A: I don't understand what you want. If you know where the vehicle is (ie the picture) then you will ... | |
| how to find a car that has been towed | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: about a year ago, my car was towed. it sat in the towing yard for a year, then it disappeared from ... A: If you own the vehicle you can go down to the DMV office and run a title search to find out if it ... | |
| Towing and personal belongings | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: My son was in an auto accident in Oregon and his car was towed. He is doing better and planning to ... A: Unfortunately this is legal. I do not agree with it nor do I think it is ethical, but most states ... | |
| fire lane towing | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: On a property who determines which area can and should be marked as firelanes and what is the proper ... A: Some states vary but it depends on if the property is private or public accessible property. In most ... | |
| Towing question | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: My sister and I rent a condo in California that requires a parking permit to park inside. They have ... A: You are correct. Your vehicle should not have been towed. If the reason stated was invalid permit ... | |
| Speed limit signs | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: If your driving and the last speed limit sign you passed is vandalized with spray paint changing the ... A: Most states and police department allow a certain limit over. If the sign was vandalized the ... | |
| tow truck tore up the back of my car on Christmas | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: Hey, I called a tow truck company to pull me out of my stuck driveway on Christmas evening. In the ... A: How did it crack the headlight and damage the trunk? These are on opposite ends of the vehicle. If ... | |
| Illegal Towing | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Here is his story: On December 22 2009 he was driving on Rt.51 , doing the speed limit minding his ... A: I would probably contact an attorney. If in fact what you explained to me is true then you are going ... | |
| vehicle towed then sold to a crushing company without notification | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I live in NC. On December 2, 2009, my 1993 Jeep was towed from my girlfriends house because she had ... A: If you are the registered owner of a vehicle a towing company is required to provide you ... | |
| pulling a mustang out of snow | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a 2005 mustang GT and I live next to lake erie!! My drive slopes to the east and ... A: I specialize in wrecker related towing issues. I cannot recommend pulling a vehicle out with ... | |
| towing | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I own a 2008 jeep patriot. It is stuck in 4 inches of snow facing forward on a downslope at a ... A: I specialize in wrecker related towing issues so I can't really recommend using another vehicle to ... | |
| rear wheel end trouble | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: i had my Monte Carlo towed on a flat bed to the repair shop for a water pump hose . when i picked up ... A: What year Monte Carlo? It is possible that when the vehicle was towed that the driver got one of the ... | |
| Illegal Tow? | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: Last night my husband and I were driving home in a winter storm in Kentucky. Our apartment is at the ... A: Yes, there should be an issue here. It depends on who authorized the tow. If the owner of the ... | |
| towing fees | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: my gradfathers car was towed last night from the complex where he lives, he lives in Irving but the ... A: Yes, unfortunately that is legal. You can check with the state towing board to make sure there is ... | |
| Received tow bill for a car we sold | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: We recently received a $1000.00+ bill for a car that is being held after being towed this last fall. ... A: The laws vary from state to state for collections and what they will allow towing companies to do. ... | |
| Towed due to non-valid DL. | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently (12/31/09) had my 94 BMW 525 towed by law enforcement while attempting a journey from ... A: It sounds like the towing company is following the right procedures. I don't agree with many states ... | |
| Charged $645 to get car from towing company | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: My grandparents' car got towed from the street on Dec. 29,2009 because of expired sticker ... A: If the tire was not damaged before it was towed then the towing company is responsible for the ... | |
| towing fees | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: My car was recently recovered by the police and towed to a police impound tow yard less than a mile ... A: Did they give you a break down on what the fees were for (ie Towing, Storage, etc)? When the vehicle ... | |
| sue towed car company | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: My car waa towed by towed company when i picked up my car i found out that they broke my exhaust. I ... A: Without details such as what type of tow vehicle, make and model of your vehicle, circumstances ... | |
| Charged $645 to get car from towing company | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: My grandparents' car got towed from the street on Dec. 29,2009 because of expired sticker ... A: Unfortunately California is one of the states that allows towing companies to charge for these ... | |
| exempt for hire | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: Can someone please point me in the direction of the exemption of tow trucks on the FMCSA site? I ... A: If I am correct you need an exemption for tow truck operators to move commercial vehicles, correct? ... | |
| towed vehicle auctioned off being charged difference in storage fees | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I needed to get rid of a older van that my mom had purchased for me a few years back. It was run ... A: You will need to get a copy of the bill of sale to prove you sold the vehicle. I hope you took your ... | |
| POLICE OR GAME WARDEN IMPOUNDS | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: IF THE POLICE OR A GAME WARDEN IMPOUNDS A CAR IN VA HOW MANY DAYS CAN A TOWING COMPANY ... A: What state are you in? Did you file the paperwork for an abandoned vehicle? If so, as long as you ... | |
| Tow Jobs | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend is trying to start his own business in towing and repo. He is having trouble trying to ... A: To start with I need to know what state you are in. Requirements vary from state to state. I also ... | |
| IMpound | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: If i had verbal authorization to leave my car somewhere and it was then towed, is the tow company ... A: You still have to pay the towing and storage but I would question whether they notified law ... | |
| Towing & Personal belongings | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I was recently in a 2 vehicle accident directly in front of my residence in NH. As the vehicles were ... A: I would contact the state attorney general's office. Most departments have to honor a "personal ... | |
| IMpound | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: If i had verbal authorization to leave my car somewhere and it was then towed, is the tow company ... A: The towing company is not responsible for the vehicle being towed, but they are responsible to ... | |
| Towing Fees | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: Is there a set price for towing in Wildwood N.J.? We where charged 180.00 to go under two miles on a ... A: Many states have set fees but NJ does not seem to list any that I can find. You can contact the ... | |
| What if you never pick up your car from tow yard? | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: my car was parked on the street, and the tags were expired. It was towed and I did not have money to ... A: It depends on what state you are in. Many states actually let towing companies collect on unpaid ... | |
| car towed | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: do the towing company suppose post an exact time on the stickers and since i just bought my car and ... A: It's going to depend on what your lease agreement states. In most cases an expired tag is reason to ... | |
| car towed | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: do the towing company suppose post an exact time on the stickers and since i just bought my car and ... A: If they posted a notice advising that it would be towed then you would need to check the lease or ... | |
| Towing while present | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: My question pertains to towing while a vehical owner is present in Maryland. On Christmas day (of ... A: In all states that I have dealt with and researched and from personal experience, any time a wrecker ... | |
| car towed | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: do the towing company suppose post an exact time on the stickers and since i just bought my car and ... A: I can't answer that without some more information. What state and city are you in? Was it on private ... | |
| towing from business lot | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: I had a friend of mine ask me questions regarding towing his truck off a Kmart parking lot. He had ... A: If law enforcement did not request that the vehicle be towed and the Manager of the store did not ... | |
| car towed | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: if my car was towed for investigation on a military base and they told me on 3 separate occasions i ... A: Did the military tow the vehicle? What was the investigation for? If they informed you that you ... | |
| Towing from a private property (closed restuarant) | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I just got out of hospital, have a temporary valid handicap sign,I stopped at my office to pick up ... A: They don't have to post a guard, but there should be a sign that is clearly posted advising that it ... | |
| Jetta Woflsburg Towing - Engine Damage | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: My 2001 Jetta Wolfsburg edition was recently towed to a dealership (16.1 miles) by a local company. ... A: If it was a self loading wheel lift then this could be the problem. Often drivers do not get out to ... | |
| Towing from a private property (closed restuarant) | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I just got out of hospital, have a temporary valid handicap sign,I stopped at my office to pick up ... A: What state are you in? It often makes a difference for private property impound laws. As for the ... | |
| same issue same property different reason | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: they did it to me again. the second time around i really think it's a ROGUE TOWING BUSINESS GOING ON ... A: You definitely need to contact someone about predatory towing in your area. If there is a sign that ... | |
| towed vehicle in the wrong parking spot | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: my name is Emma and on Nov.7,2009 I was parked in the wrong parking space for no more then 2 hrs and ... A: If the vehicle was not parked in an authorized spot then yes they can have it towed. Despite the ... | |
| Impound Fee | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: My company had reported a car stolen on 11-28-08 in Ohio and we were just informed that the car was ... A: If I understand correctly the vehicle was impounded before it was reported stolen. It also depends ... | |
| towing? | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I live in an apartment complex with assigned parking, right down the street from a hockey arena(big ... A: I don't know what state you are in but in every state I am aware of if you tow a vehicle without the ... | |
| flatbed towing problem | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I had my 2007 Ford Taurus towed yesterday.(12/20/09), because it would not start because the starter ... A: The dealership should have been able to tell if they put a starter on it, but they may not have been ... | |
| Was my car towed illegally?? | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: Our car was towed from our Cousin's house in a condo complex with a HOA in Tucson, Arizona. We ... A: My first question is who had the vehicle towed or who authorized it to be towed? There is a towing ... | |
| my car was being towed | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: It started this way,, my daughter lives in a private Condo which is gated. Some how the gate keeps ... A: I would start by reporting this company to the state attorney generals office. This sounds like ... | |
| TOWING | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I know there has been a lot of questions asked on this website regarding towing. So I am hoping ... A: Who had the vehicle towed? Who did the signs belong to? Was it a private business or law enforcement ... | |
| A two part question. | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: 1. I had a friend car that was tow away and when to the storage lot. To get pick the care up and was ... A: If I understand correctly, here is your answer. Unfortunately in most states the owner of the ... | |
| Notice was never posted, sale never took place | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: My motorcycle was impounded for a violation committed while my son was riding it(dumb kid tried ... A: California has very strict requirements on the notification and sale of impounded vehicles. You can ... | |
| my car got towed 2 minutes after I got out of it | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I was at this car was that is right next to the public assitance office. They have signs posted ... A: If you used the car wash then I would complain to them. Predatory towing is a problem in many ... | |
| Being charged for towed, previously owned vehicle | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: My situation is one that could have been avoided, and I take responsibility for my actions. My ... A: I would present the information that you have. I definitely would not make up a bill of sale. That ... | |
| Impounded vehicle released to someone else | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: My son was arrested at the end of September. He had purchased the car one week before, the title ... A: The state you are in does make a difference in some laws, but regardless there is still an issue ... | |
| did the towing hurt my car | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My battery was dead and wouldn't go into neutral, its a front wheel drive so he pulled it onto the ... A: It is possible, depending on the type of car you have. It's not uncommon for a towing service to ... | |
| Impound Fees/pink slip | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My old 85 sw was towed from a public street in May '09 because the pd had put a three day notice on ... A: I don't agree with it either, but California is one of the states that allow towing companies to ... | |
| Being charged for towed, previously owned vehicle | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: My situation is one that could have been avoided, and I take responsibility for my actions. My ... A: Can you contact the people that purchased the items? If so, I would contact them and find out why ... | |
| Apartment towed my car to plow lot | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: The other day I returned home from work at 2:30pm. My apartment building posted a notice at 3:30pm ... A: Is this the normal way they post it? If it is in accordance with their policy then they are within ... | |
| towing a car while it is on | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: my daughter put her car in front of the apartment in the fire lane,in a residential complex. She ... A: Yes, especially in a Fire Lane. You cannot park in a Fire Lane and not expect to get a vehicle ... | |
| wheel lift strap down | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: i have a stinger with tube style wheel lift. there is only one hole in the middle for hook on ... A: I guess you are talking about square tubing correct? Most of these have straps with a metal ring ... | |
| NO WAY TO CONTACT OWNER. | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: This is the first time, we can't reach the owner or nobody has contacted us about recovering the ... A: OK, the first thing you should do is contact the state. Most states have a provision for you to ... | |
| towing | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: towing rear wheel van do i need to secure the steering wheel or leave it loose. using tow bar all ... A: This is a "dingy" towing issue. I specialize in wrecker related towing issues. You can probably find ... | |
| Towed from my apartment for no license plate | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I live in California and my car was towed from my apartment because of no license plate, but the car ... A: I would check your lease agreement. It should have specific information about their towing policy. ... | |
| towing | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: My car was parked outside of my apartment building it was towed during the night around 3:00 in the ... A: If the tags or decals were not installed on the vehicle then they can tow it. It is not required ... | |
| Damaged Car From Repo | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My car was repo'd last month and when I picked it up they made me sign a paper stating I have ... A: What type of damage was done? The paper you signed, did it have any type of condition report and ... | |
| towing a 2002 chrysler town and country | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: can a 02 t&c be towed with a wheel lift it is awd. there was no resistance while towing but i just ... A: Most AWD vehicle cannot be towed with a wheel lift. It will cause damage due to the design of the ... | |
| Personal property in a towed car | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: My husband was in an accident right in front of our home in Hampton N.H. and while he was in the ... A: You said your husband was in the ambulance, was he transported? Did the PD ask if he had a ... | |
| Car damage from illegal Tow!!! | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Last night at about 11:30 pm in Colton California.. My car was towed from a moble home park. I was ... A: I am guessing that it was only a few minutes from your explanation. If this is the case you need to ... | |
| Towing off of private property. | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: I own a lot in PUD Planned Unit development where members own their own lot and everything that sits ... A: If a court has already ruled on this then this would be an issue for an attorney, The question here ... | |
| Removal and Disposal of my Stolen Vehicle | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I have reported my car stolen on the day I found out (less than 24 hours since I last saw it). This ... A: The local law enforcement agency in charge of the case is required to inform you when your vehicle ... | |
| Waive tow and storage fees | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a judge release my car after being towed due to no fault of my own. He said he will ... A: You may wind up having to file a civil suit. You should have no problem winning, collecting may be a ... | |
| transmission | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Hi i would like to know if it is possible that you can burn the transmission when the tow truck ... A: The only way to cause any internal damage to a transmission is to tow the vehicle with the drive ... | |
| Waive tow and storage fees | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a judge release my car after being towed due to no fault of my own. He said he will ... A: If the vehicle was used during the commission of a criminal offense then you are fortunate that they ... | |
| Tow truck liability | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: A tow truck metal arm was not secured properly and fell from the tow truck, it fell onto the freeway ... A: With that much damage a report should have been done. More than likely they considered it a road ... | |
| car towed illegally | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday morning at 6:30 AM my car was in the process of being towed from an apartment triplex I ... A: I attached copies of the State of Tenn Atty Gen opinion on towing vehicles. It appears that they ... | |
| Illegal Tow? | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: Today I drove to my local CVS in Miami Beach, FL. I parked in a lot that they provide for parking. I ... A: Yes, you absolutely have a case. There are several predatory towing websites on the internet. I ... | |
| filing a tow claim | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I had my vehicle towed to the dealership where I bought it, and when I picked it up, my reverse ... A: If I understand correctly you are telling me that the towing company towed your vehicle from the ... | |
| towed by law inforcment | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: a friend of mine was driving a car with expired plates and she seen a cop coming so she pulled into ... A: If your friend was arrested for Possession of Marijuana then the vehicle should have been impounded ... | |
| Ridgeline towable | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: Is the Honda ridgeline towable if it is shifted to drive then neutral. to engage the pump;; A: If I am correct you sent a statement earlier about this. If so you are referring to "dinghy" towing, ... | |
| towed by law inforcment | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: a friend of mine was driving a car with expired plates and she seen a cop coming so she pulled into ... A: If the state you live in provides for Law Enforcement to tow a vehicle for expired plates then yes, ... | |
| car stolen, recovered, towed | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: My 22 year old daughter's car was stolen. Several weeks later it was found vandalized. The ... A: The insurance that was still on the vehicle should cover the expenses. They may try to argue since ... | |
| car stolen, recovered, towed | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: My 22 year old daughter's car was stolen. Several weeks later it was found vandalized. The ... A: Did she have insurance? If not you may have to try to work out something with the towing company. ... | |
| Vehicle towed for registration issue (actually smog check) | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: A couple hours ago i was pulled over while driving in San Francisco. My vehicles tags were expired, ... A: Technically the vehicle is registered once you have a receipt, however it is improper display of a ... | |
| rv towed, but not contacted by tow company | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: my rv was towed from a city street (i was out of town and had not moved it for >72 hrs), and taken ... A: I can't answer why DMV did not have the information, that is something I would take up with them. As ... | |
| VEHICLE IMPOUND | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: WE OWN A CAR LOT, WE RECEIVED A LETTER DATED 11-16-09 THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IMPOUNDED SINCE SEPT 8 WE ... A: Here is a copy of the state law concerning impounded vehicles. If you have any questions please ... | |
| California Tow | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: Cantrell, thank you for your services. I was visiting my gf at her apt complex in Lakewood, Ca. My ... A: You're advising that this is a police towing company? That sounds like a conflict of interest. If ... | |
| im being sued by towing company and did not own car at the time. | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: i gave a car to a friend and he sold it to someone who then abandoned the car but did not change the ... A: What state are you in? Would you like to try to locate the person you gave the car to? (had an ... | |
| Police towed car | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: My son had a blow out on 2 tires his rear and front passenger side, he lost control of the car and ... A: Most police departments have policies on towing vehicles. I do not understand what citation an ... | |
| this local guy picked my car up while i was in the process of getting in | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I'm in fredericksburg va, and i live at a townhouse complex that uses permits and visitors passes, i ... A: This sounds like predatory towing which becoming an increasing problem. I would contact the complex ... | |
| Outragious charges | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: We are in the state of NC(lien holder of vehicle) and we received a call from the state of MD about ... A: Had a little trouble tracking down the info on state laws in Maryland. Below is the state law on ... | |
| Towing a car in Ohio | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: My son was driving through Ohio,got tired and pulled over into a walmart parking lot to get some ... A: In most states they do allow for a lien on personal property as well as the vehicle. However, there ... | |
| scavenger towing law | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: my friend just had his car towed in the city of Cerritos for parking in a permit only parking spot. ... A: It definitely sounds like something is not right. I would recommend starting with the police ... | |
| Towing a car in Ohio | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: My son was driving through Ohio,got tired and pulled over into a walmart parking lot to get some ... A: In most states law enforcement has the right to impound a vehicle if the person in possession of the ... | |
| scavenger towing law | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: my friend just had his car towed in the city of Cerritos for parking in a permit only parking spot. ... A: It depends on whether it was private property or a street or roadway. What state are you in? The ... | |
| money owed on repo | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: i repoed a dump truck in n.carolina for a n.y.company 7 months ago 4 months ago they asked me to do ... A: Who is the finance company? As for the lien, do you have anything requesting you to do repairs on ... | |
| Unavailabel Posting/Dishonest towing practices | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: The attached picture shows one entrance to the parking lot and the parking sign showing a 2 hour ... A: I would recommend video taping this activity if possible. Many states have passed predatory towing ... | |
| Towed Car - Do not have title yet | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: NY- My car was taken to Police compound after unlawful arrest. I'm trying to get a car back and ... A: I guess the attorney hasn't had any luck with the release of the vehicle? I do not understand why ... | |
| Towed Car - Do not have title yet | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: NY- My car was taken to Police compound after unlawful arrest. I'm trying to get a car back and ... A: If your son does not have an attorney then I suggest he get one. When he goes to prelim they can ... | |
| Tow Damage | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: So how would I get their liability insurance company information if they do not give it to me. If ... A: You may have to contact an attorney. I would recommend contacting the towing company and advising ... | |
| Pulling a Chevy S10 out of the mud with an Explorer | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: Could I pull a '97 Chevy S10 out with a 2000 RWD Explorer; it has a v6? Would it hurt the Explorer? ... A: There is always the possibility of damage if you use a vehicle for something that it is not designed ... | |
| Towed Car - Do not have title yet | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: NY- My car was taken to Police compound after unlawful arrest. I'm trying to get a car back and ... A: Were you the person arrested and if you don't mind my asking, Why? This may have a bearing on the ... | |
| personal property | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: I live in Missouri and I am very curious as to what the laws are on towing here. I totaled my car ... A: Most states allow for a lien on property in a vehicle as well as the vehicle also. It is common for ... | |
| 2002 Ford Explorer 4/4 towing problem | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I was told that my truck should only be towed on a flat bed and it wasent. It was towed from the ... A: In general 4x4's are usually towed on a roll back or flat bed. You can tow a 4x4 from the rear as ... | |
| towing form private lots | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I spent the night with a relative in WV and my car was towed from the lot. There were no signs ... A: Most states require that all properties have signs posted for towing of unauthorized vehicles. When ... | |
| Repo towing | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: My ex-wife refuses to pay on a car that is titled under my name. She has no right to the car through ... A: Is your wife on the title? (I need to be sure it does not say and/or on the title. What state are ... | |
| Towing Company | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: Does the tow truck company have the right to lurk and enter into a private owned parking lot waiting ... A: It depends on the contract. I have no way of knowing what they agreed to. Regardless their contract ... | |
| Towing Company | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: Does the tow truck company have the right to lurk and enter into a private owned parking lot waiting ... A: Does the towing company have a contract and do they or the complex have signs posted? Have you ... | |
| Private Property Towing and Proof | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: There have now been 3 separate occasions that we have received a yellow WARNING Parking Violation by ... A: I would suggest contacting the owner or a supervisor. I would also recommend taking photos and video ... | |
| Outragious charges | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: We are in the state of NC(lien holder of vehicle) and we received a call from the state of MD about ... A: In some states they can actually obtain an abandoned vehicle title without ever notifying a lien ... | |
| Car was towed from my own parking spot | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I am in Vancouver Canada. Today we parked our rental car at our parking spot but while we are ... A: I don't know much about Canadian laws. It would seem that whoever had you vehicle towed actually ... | |
| bmw tow certified? | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: on my bmw warranty it states everything must be done by bmw certified. when my car broke down bmw ... A: You are correct. It does not matter what state you are in the FDCPA governs any collections actions. ... | |
| idaho towing | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: My dad was parked at my brothers apt. and in a guest spot. There is a store right beside the complex ... A: Idaho TITLE 49 MOTOR VEHICLES CHAPTER 18 ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLES 49-1806. REMOVAL OF UNAUTHORIZED ... | |
| Towed while conducting business | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: Recently I was conducting business at a customer's home ( I am a small business owner) and my car ... A: Towing from private property requires a signed towing authorization. It must also be clearly posted ... | |
| Move car prior to tow arrival | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I was parked ilegally in an apt. complex. i was informed that my car was about to get towed. went to ... A: Unless the individual shows you identification then you have no way to know that he is a law ... | |
| Tow COmpany Kept my personal property | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: My SUV broke down on the highway 95 North, I was ab;e to make it to the breakdown lane. I called AAA ... A: I would definitely pursue this. You have the right to contact a towing company of your choice unless ... | |
| license plates | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: My car was totaled in an accident in July that was not my fault. I received a check for the value ... A: What state are you in and who was your insurance company? You should not have to strike any deal. ... | |
| idaho towing | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: My dad was parked at my brothers apt. and in a guest spot. There is a store right beside the complex ... A: Do you have any witnesses other than your dad and brother? Did you take any photos of the parking ... | |
| Failure to Post Parking Rules | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I live in Newport Beach, CA. With regards to parking in a private residential community, there are ... A: Have you contacted the HOA and asked why they had it towed? If you had an agreement, I would think ... | |
| towing fees/collection agency | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: My son got his car towed while in jail. He is out now. The tow company sold the car for a hundred ... A: If the police were aware he was in a vehicle they should have impounded the vehicle. They are ... | |
| Getting Personal Property from Towed Car | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: State: New Jersey (NJ) I had my car towed. I want to get my personal belongings out of the car from ... A: Why was the vehicle towed? I would definitely contact an attorney. In most states (depending on why ... | |
| Voluntary Surrender of vehicle to Bank | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: My 20 yr. old son just recently let me know he is behind in his tuck note to the bank that it is ... A: It depends on what finance company it is (or bank). Generally they sell the vehicle at an auction or ... | |
| Repo tow in middle of night and damages to car | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: My car was repo'd and towed after dark. The lady who was with the tow driver was nice enough to ... A: Yes, they would have had to gain access to the vehicle to open the hood and disconnect the shift ... | |
| Repo tow in middle of night and damages to car | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My car was repo'd and towed after dark. The lady who was with the tow driver was nice enough to ... A: If they towed your vehicle from the rear then they were dragging the drive tires. Towing a front ... | |
| accident towing in Oregon | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My 18 year old was in a car accident in my car. He ended up in a ditch. The police on the scene ... A: I would recommend contacting the State Attorney General's office. apparently they have a division ... | |
| Repo tow in middle of night and damages to car | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My car was repo'd and towed after dark. The lady who was with the tow driver was nice enough to ... A: Repossessions are my specialty. I actually wrote the book on repossessions. (published in 1997) 1. I ... | |
| accident towing in Oregon | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My 18 year old was in a car accident in my car. He ended up in a ditch. The police on the scene ... A: How far off in a ditch was the vehicle? $1384 sounds ridiculous for removing the vehicle and towing ... | |
| Towing laws | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: My car was towed last night just after 11:00. I had been parked in front of my mothers mobile home, ... A: I don't know what state you are in, but most states do not allow parking in a Fire Zone at all. It ... | |
| Tow Truck | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I am an Attorney in San Bernardino. I need a Tow Truck Operator that I could use as an Expert. My ... A: Not that it hasn't happened before, but when you are called as a towing operator it is your ... | |
| tow regulation incident | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: last night m y father in law had parked his car for a whole five minutes in a handicaped zone, to ... A: You sent where you lived as a question, so it confused me for a second. I had to back to find your ... | |
| Tow | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I got an orange sticker on my car 9-8-09 for flat tires all of them. Well i fixed them patched and ... A: I would recommend filing a complaint with the state, the better business bureau, ripoffreport.com ... | |
| Parkingq | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm the Manager for a commercial property in Los Angeles, I have a large lot and people park on my ... A: You can access the california code on the web through DMV. It will provide you with all of the ... | |
| Towed From lot "At owners expense" | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I live in Denton, Texas and last night I was towed from a parking lot that Friends and I have been ... A: A towing company must have a signed towing authorization to tow a vehicle. If they claim that nthe ... | |
| towing | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Last night my GF's car was towed from a gas station for no ins and reg. I'm not sure how they knew ... A: Was your girlfriend in the vehicle when she was cited since they pulled it off private property. ... | |
| towing | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Last night my GF's car was towed from a gas station for no ins and reg. I'm not sure how they knew ... A: I need to know what state you are in. Did they issue her a citation? Yes they can release a vehicle ... | |
| vehicle vandalized while on the lot | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I am loosing my mind right now. My car was towed from my residence PG county Maryland. When I got to ... A: That is great that they took pictures before they towed it. Was there any damage from forced entry ... | |
| vehicle vandalized while on the lot | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I am loosing my mind right now. My car was towed from my residence PG county Maryland. When I got to ... A: If they have a state law or local ordinance prohibiting parking which faces traffic then I guess the ... | |
| HOA Fire Lane Tow | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: My car was towed in Rohnert Park, California. My parents reside in a townhouse with an HOA. All ... A: Your vehicle being a front wheel drive was fine for it to be towed with the transmission in gear ... | |
| Towing | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I was parking illegally in an anti-grid zone in LA, on Wilshire Blvd. It is illegal to park after ... A: If you had gotten in your car they could not have towed it, but they probably would have called the ... | |
| HOA Fire Lane Tow | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: My car was towed in Rohnert Park, California. My parents reside in a townhouse with an HOA. All ... A: I definitely think you have a case. Was your vehicle front or rear wheel drive? If it was towed with ... | |
| personal belongings | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: do personal belongings have to be turned over when a car is impounded by police without payment in ... A: Clarify what you are asking please. Are you asking if personal property should be left in a vehicle ... | |
| police two without notification | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: San Carlos, Ca. police towed my car without giving a notice. It was parked on a public street. ... A: A municipality can add to but not superseded a state code. They can add "street" since the code ... | |
| towing & storage fees | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My son's car was towed from his apartment complex in Beaverton, Oregon on 9/23. He was never ... A: Did you mean they notified you on 9/30. If they did then they notified you within a reasonable ... | |
| towing a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Land Rover Discovery II that I want to pull behind my Sea Breeze motorcoach. I ... A: I do not specialize in tow behind or what they refer to as "Dinghy" towing. There are numerous web ... | |
| towing | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: good day chris, i hope this finds you well. my wife loaned a car to a realtive, while driving the ... A: This is odd because California has some strict laws about towing. The officer can tow a vehicle on a ... | |
| towing & storage fees | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My son's car was towed from his apartment complex in Beaverton, Oregon on 9/23. He was never ... A: The towing company did notify you within a reasonable amount of time. Some states don't require ... | |
| Flatbed v Rear Tow damage to SUV | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: My car was repo'd and rear-end towed for about 150 miles. When I retrieved the car, the brakelights ... A: Unless it is a 4wd then you can tow the vehicle as long as the drive wheels (rear) are off the ... | |
| Broken Down Car Towed From Goodyear | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I was on my way to school to study at the library, when my car broke down on the interstate. ... A: It's not right, but if someone told you they would tow it then you should have talked to the ... | |
| Towing | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I was parking illegally in an anti-grid zone in LA, on Wilshire Blvd. It is illegal to park after ... A: You should not have had to pay the full amount. I do not recall exactly which code it is but I did ... | |
| towing credit | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: In Mar of 07 in Cali I tried to sell my car. The paper work never made it to the DMV and the car ... A: Yes, number one you have relief under the soldiers and sailors relief act and the state code ... | |
| Flatbed v Rear Tow damage to SUV | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: My car was repo'd and rear-end towed for about 150 miles. When I retrieved the car, the brakelights ... A: What state are you in? In most states Repo companies are responsible for any damage. You said the ... | |
| Broken Down Car Towed From Goodyear | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I was on my way to school to study at the library, when my car broke down on the interstate. ... A: Where was your vehicle parked at the Goodyear? It is true that there are time restrictions on towing ... | |
| Towing from Condominium Guest Parking | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: On Sunday night we were visiting friends at their condo. We parked in Guest Parking #3. We went to ... A: The apartment or condo complex does have to post parking ordinances. It is required in all states ... | |
| motorcycle towing after accident | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: My son (17 years old) had his motorcycle towed after a serious accident. He spent the next seven ... A: Most insurance companies will not tell you this and some agents don't even know that the insured is ... | |
| Private Property Towing | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I own a private club and resort in Ca and we on occasion rent space to rv owners. I have one person ... A: That gets into a residential eviction type situation. Do you have a contract or lease that allows ... | |
| Threat of parking ticket or towing where i work | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I work at a store in a shopping mall in Sac. CA. The mall is saying that all employees have to park ... A: When you are dealing with private property, the owner, manager or person in charge of the property ... | |
| Illegally towed? | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: While legally parked at my place of residence (apartment complex), my car was towed during the ... A: Have you contacted the complex manager? You may be able to get your money back, but they don't have ... | |
| towed because of out of date registration | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: i live in la verne, ca. while working in vegas i got pulled over on the 15 heading home for the ... A: Unfortunately many states have laws where your vehicle can be towed because of a lapse in ... | |
| parking rights in a HOA? | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I'm not sure if we have any recourse here. We live in San Diego, in a condo complex. Parking ... A: That will really depend on what your lease agreement says. If they choose to enforce the parking ... | |
| towed truck | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toyota 4x4 pickup that was towed from a wal-mart parking lot. It was parked there because ... A: I would contact a local attorney. North Dakota does not have access to their state laws that is ... | |
| Tow Damage | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: Upon retrieval of my car that had been towed, i noticed a significant crack in the windshield, that ... A: I couldn't view the photo earlier, but it appears that the signature should be for the driver. As ... | |
| towed truck | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toyota 4x4 pickup that was towed from a wal-mart parking lot. It was parked there because ... A: I hate to keep asking more questions but did they send you a registered letter advising that your ... | |
| Towed Car Info | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: My car was towed while I was overseas in the military. And the towing fees plus the storage fees ... A: I believe you should have some recourse since you were activated. What state are you in and are you ... | |
| Car with boot, when can I have it towed. | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I live in a small, 4-unit apartment in Albuquerque, NM. There are only 8 parking spaces in the ... A: Is there an apartment manager or resident manager that you pay your rent to? If so, ask them who ... | |
| Retrieving property from towed car | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: My girlfriend's car was booted and then towed about a month and a half ago for unpaid parking ... A: I have searched the entire code of the state of Massachusetts with no results as to the specific ... | |
| HOA Threading to two guest's car - harassment? | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: Phoenix, Arizona Background: We started renting this house in this community in May. W already ... A: Do you have a limit on the number of vehicles you can have parked at your residence? The vehicle ... | |
| My House Guest parking concern | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: First, I live in CT. 3 or 4 times a year, I visit my daughter %26 Husband living in NY and recently ... A: If I understand correctly, the car did not get towed, which is good. Unless your contract or lease ... | |
| Retrieving property from towed car | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: My girlfriend's car was booted and then towed about a month and a half ago for unpaid parking ... A: Most states are authorized by law to place a lien on property in a vehicle. The problem is that the ... | |
| tow truck &flatbed laws | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: hi i have a ford f 350 flatbed car carrier am going to register the truck in rockland co new york i ... A: Most states register all vehicles by weight including the max cargo you carry. Cities can also have ... | |
| towing a Dodge Dakota automatic transmission 2 wheel drive | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I want to tow a 1993 Dodge Dakota automatic transmission two wheel drive pickup behind a 23' 1994 ... A: The best bet is to disconnect the drive shaft. It is relatively easy. Just leave the drive shaft in ... | |
| towing a car in Virginia | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I was parked in a vacant property for sale and I'm a Realtor out showing houses. This was a condo, ... A: 1: First of all the driver was a jerk it sounds like. In most states if a driver shows up then they ... | |
| Vehicle Towed in an Assigned Apartment Carport (cont.) | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I attached a photo of the parking policy off of my lease. I did get a hold of the assistant manager ... A: I would recommend having an attorney look at your lease. They are more familiar with property ... | |
| unrightfully towed | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I was parked behind a relocated Right Aid and was towed by the company that has the contract for the ... A: I would recommend sending a letter (registered mail) to the towing company requesting the ... | |
| A scheme? | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I just moved into an apartment complex that has underground contract parking. The complex does NOT ... A: You can search the web on St Paul ordinances. I have included them below along with the link. ... | |
| A scheme? | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I just moved into an apartment complex that has underground contract parking. The complex does NOT ... A: What state are you in? That may help me answer your question. In most states private property tows ... | |
| Towing Mazda Miata | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I want to flat tow my sister's '91 Mazda Miata, Which as a standard 5-speed trans, about 1000 miles. ... A: Most manual transmissions are fine to tow with the wheels on the ground. If the vehicle has been ... | |
| unrightfully towed | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I was parked behind a relocated Right Aid and was towed by the company that has the contract for the ... A: It would help if I knew what state you are in, but most states require authorization from private ... | |
| Vehicle Towed in an Assigned Apartment Carport | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: A vehicle that I have been keeping for my nephew that has left for the Air Force has been towed in ... A: Unless it is an attached garage it is usually not considered part of the residence. The management ... | |
| Omaha, NE towing | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: A few weeks ago I was towed from a bar's private parking lot. My friend and I parked in the parking ... A: Have you spoken to the owner of the bar? if so, what did they say? Is the person watching the ... | |
| Handicapped Parking Tow | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I went out this morning and realized that my handicapped van was gone. A few of my neighbors told ... A: Most states require a placard or actual handicapped tag on the vehicle. It should have been apparent ... | |
| Handicapped Parking Tow | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I went out this morning and realized that my handicapped van was gone. A few of my neighbors told ... A: I forgot to ask you what state you were in. You will have to find out who called to have it towed. A ... | |
| unfair towing? | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: HOW ARE YOU? I HAD A QUESTION FOR YOU FROM OREGON. MY SENIOR CITIZEN FATHER RAN OUT OF GAS AND ... A: (1) According to Oregon state law a vehicle must be abandoned for a period of 24 hrs before it can ... | |
| tractor trailer tow | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: I am only responsible for the tractor tow and it has been paid the trailer however is not owned and ... A: If the tractor is owned separately from the trailer the towing company cannot hold it once the fees ... | |
| towing responsiblity | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: my daughter had her car towed for parking illegally, when she picked up the car she was told to pay ... A: You cannot tow an AWD vehicle with the drive wheels on the ground, any of them. If the towing ... | |
| damage done to car when impounded and while possesion of the impound | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: My car was just towed from an apartment complex I'm curious to know if any damage was done to my car ... A: That all depends on what type of car (front or rear wheel drive or AWD), how it was parked (pulled ... | |
| towing issue | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: On sunday my car was towed. We went back to the sight were my car was towed. There was a red curb ... A: awesome, I love it when the good guy/gal wins. I would take a copy of the paperwork you printed and ... | |
| max tow weight for 2001 GMC Jimmy | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Jimmy 4 door, 4 wheel drive with a tow button. I am assuming this means a factory ... A: There should be a label in the glove box or rear cargo area that will list the gear ratio for your ... | |
| Tow Truck Parking IlIegally? | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I own a semi-attached home in a quiet, nicely developed section of Staten Island, NY. There is a ... A: I don't know of any regulation but they can't just park in front of someones house. You are entitled ... | |
| Tow bill | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: by law do i have to pay the towing bill? A: There is not enough information for me to evaluate your question. If your vehicle was towed, then ... | |
| towing issue | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: On sunday my car was towed. We went back to the sight were my car was towed. There was a red curb ... A: In most states the DOT regulates signs and they have to meet certain criteria. A fire lane must be ... | |
| Towing off private property and extortion. | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: While walking my dog for a late night potty break I saw the security guard standing behind my truck ... A: You have several issues to deal with. First, was you vehicle parked legally, did they post any ... | |
| Private property impounds of illegally parked cars | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: ...such as apartments. What is the maximum rate a tow company can charge an owner of the car for ... A: There is no "set fee" that towing companies are required to charge for storage. The average amount ... | |
| Release of personal property | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: Our sons vehicle was towed in salem oregon and impounded he has homework assignments in it as well ... A: Some towing companies may try to hold personal property to make sure they get paid for the towing. ... | |
| tow trucks dropped my vehicle | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: i had my 75 Jimmy towed on Sat 9/5 from Pomona due to the front U joint sounded odd. making noise. ... A: If the tow truck operator dropped your vehicle off of the roll back then they are definitely at ... | |
Chris Cantrell
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Expertise
Towing and repossession related questions as well as legal issues. I do not answer tow dolly or dinghy towing questions as there are too may variables without looking at the equipment, so please don't ask any related questions about these issues. Law Enforcement issues concerning criminal defense, laws (generally Alabama), Accident Investigations, Narcotics enforcement, etc Private Investigation issues and questions
Experience
20+ years towing and recovery, 10 years Law Enforcement, State certified Evidence Technician, Former Narcotics Agent and Chief of Police. Missing person investigator.
Organizations
Alabama Private Investigators Association, Alabama Narcotics Officers Association, National Association of Private Investigators. Chief of Volunteer rescue squad, member AARS.
Publications
Author Thomas Publications Professionals Guide to Auto Repossessions
Education/Credentials
AAA Certified, APOSTC Certified, Certified Accident Investigator, Licensed Private Investigator. NASAR SAR-Tech III, MLPI graduate, State certified public safety diver.
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