Police Towed Legally Parked Car
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If your legally parked car was towed without valid grounds, you may have a case. Idaho law allows vehicle impounding under certain circumstances. Consult an Idaho attorney for advice on potential harassment and wrongful towing.Full Conversation
The police towed my car after saying they were getting a search warrant for it, but I wasn't driving it, and the car was a half mile away from me at the time.
Hello ****, getting a search warrant requires probable cause. However, California law allows impounding vehicles under specific circumstances.
- The Vehicle Code Section * allows towing if a vehicle is left unattended, parked for a prolonged period, or presents a danger to public safety.
- Penal Code Section * permits seizure of property with a valid search warrant.
Could you tell me more about why the police were interested in your car?
This was in Idaho, they've been harassing me ever since I was released from jail on bail, after I was wrongfully arrested, and all charges were dropped.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Laws differ by state, so Idaho's laws would apply here. Idaho's Code *-*, similar to California law, allows for vehicle impounding under certain circumstances. If you feel harassed, you may want to consult with an Idaho-based attorney for advice.
My car was legally parked, and wasn't there for more than an hour
Hello ****, if your car was legally parked and there were no grounds for a search warrant, you may have a case. However, it would be best to consult with an attorney in Idaho to get the most accurate advice for your situation.