🚗 State-by-State Towing & Storage Law Directory

Alabama
🛑 Storage Laws: Ala. Code § 8-19-1 et seq.
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Admin. Code r. 760-x-1-.08
Alabama requires notice within 10 business days of towing. Storage providers must follow statutory lien procedures before disposal. Always check for updates in administrative rules.
Alaska
📖 Towing Laws: Alaska Stat. § 28.10.502
🛑 Storage Laws: Alaska Stat. § 28.10.502
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Alaska Admin. Code (Title 2, Ch. 92)
Alaska requires prompt reporting of vehicle impounds. Law enforcement or authorized persons must notify owners and lienholders within specified deadlines before initiating vehicle disposal procedures.
Arizona
🛑 Storage Laws: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 28-4831
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Arizona Admin. Code § 17-5
Arizona law mandates notice to registered owners within 3 business days of towing. Abandoned vehicles may be disposed of after 30 days following proper notice.
Arkansas
🛑 Storage Laws: Ark. Code Ann. § 27-50-1208
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Arkansas Towing & Recovery Board Rules
Arkansas requires licensed towers to notify the Office of Motor Vehicles and vehicle owners within 5 business days. Storage fees and lien sale processes are strictly regulated.
California
🛑 Storage Laws: Cal. Civil Code § 3068
⚖️ Administrative Rules: California DMV Tow Regulations
California law governs towing of vehicles from private property under strict notice and signage requirements. Vehicle Code § 22658 outlines rules for nonconsensual tows and Civil Code § 3068 governs liens and vehicle release rights. Tow operators must comply with local city ordinances and DMV rules for enforcement and licensing.
Colorado
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Colorado PUC Admin. Code
Colorado requires tow operators to report impounds and notify owners within 24 hours. Vehicle sales may occur after 30 days if unrecovered.
Connecticut
📖 Towing Laws: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-145
🛑 Storage Laws: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 49-61
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies
Connecticut requires written authorization before towing from private property and timely notification to owners. Storage lien enforcement follows Title 49.
Delaware
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Delaware Admin. Code 24-5500
Delaware law outlines conditions for towing without owner consent, including signage and notice. Storage liens and auctions are governed by Title 25.
Florida
📖 Towing Laws: Fla. Stat. § 715.07
🛑 Storage Laws: Fla. Stat. § 713.78
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Florida Admin. Code r. 15C-13
Florida regulates private property tows with strict signage and authorization requirements. Tow companies must report to law enforcement and issue lien notices before sale.
Georgia
📖 Towing Laws: Ga. Code § 44-1-13
🛑 Storage Laws: Ga. Code § 40-11-1 et seq.
Georgia law provides for lien foreclosures on abandoned vehicles. Tow operators must notify law enforcement and owners, and follow detailed recordkeeping requirements.
Hawaii
📖 Towing Laws: Haw. Rev. Stat. § 290-11
🛑 Storage Laws: Haw. Rev. Stat. § 290-11
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Hawaii Admin. Rules Title 16
Hawaii requires written authorization and prompt notice to law enforcement and vehicle owners. Abandoned vehicle disposal rules apply after required notice period.
Idaho
📖 Towing Laws: Idaho Code § 49-1806
🛑 Storage Laws: Idaho Code § 49-1806
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Idaho Admin. Code § 39.02
Idaho law mandates that towed vehicles be reported and stored safely. Owners must be notified within 72 hours, and lien sales require public notice.
Illinois
📖 Towing Laws: 625 ILCS 5/11-208.3
🛑 Storage Laws: 625 ILCS 5/3-117.1
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Ill. Admin. Code tit. 92, § 444
Illinois imposes strict documentation, notice, and release standards. Tow operators must register with the Illinois Commerce Commission and comply with municipal tow ordinances.
Indiana
📖 Towing Laws: Ind. Code § 9-22-1
🛑 Storage Laws: Ind. Code § 9-22-1
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Indiana Admin. Code § 247 IAC 1
Indiana requires notice to law enforcement and BMV within 72 hours. Storage providers may initiate title acquisition processes if the vehicle is not reclaimed.
Iowa
📖 Towing Laws: Iowa Code § 321.89
🛑 Storage Laws: Iowa Code § 321.89
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Iowa Admin. Code § 761-451
Iowa requires tow reports to law enforcement. Vehicles unclaimed after 10 days are subject to lien foreclosure and title transfer through DOT procedures.
Kansas
🛑 Storage Laws: Kan. Stat. § 8-1103
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Kansas Admin. Regs. Title 92
Kansas requires tow operators to notify law enforcement and registered owners within 10 days of impoundment. Disposal procedures follow notice and publication.
Kentucky
📖 Towing Laws: Ky. Rev. Stat. § 376.275
🛑 Storage Laws: Ky. Rev. Stat. § 376.275
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Kentucky Admin. Regs. Title 601
Kentucky law permits towing and storage liens after proper notice. Tow operators must give written notice and may proceed with title application if unclaimed.
Louisiana
🛑 Storage Laws: La. Rev. Stat. § 32:1720
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Louisiana Admin. Code Title 55
Louisiana requires licensed storage facilities to send certified notice within 7 days of impound. Vehicle sales must follow strict title and publication requirements.
Maine
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Maine Admin. Rules – Sec. of State
Maine requires tow companies to notify law enforcement and the vehicle owner within 7 days. Lien sales require certified notice and adherence to title laws.
Maryland
⚖️ Administrative Rules: Maryland COMAR Title 11
Maryland regulates towing through Transportation Article Title 21 and Title 25. Tow companies must report impounds and follow state-set timelines and fee limits.