Vehicle Towing Dispute Resolution

Summary

Local ordinances in West Virginia can allow for the towing of unregistered or uninsured vehicles from private property. If you had a verbal agreement with the mayor for a grace period, you might have a case if the vehicle was towed prematurely. Gather any evidence of the agreement and contact the town government to discuss the situation. Consulting with a local attorney could provide further guidance. Consider reaching out to local legal aid organizations or the West Virginia State Bar Association for attorney referrals.

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Jeff
Hi Jeff! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I have a question about my vehicle was towed from my private property that I own in my town of Farmington, WV because I didn't have a current registration sticker and insurance. The car did not run and was being worked on and I told the town government as much. Is it legal for them to do that? Because I feel like they have stolen my property and I'm very angry because I had tools, weed eater, clothes, etc in the vehicle when they took it. Also I was out of town working when it happened and they didn't even notify me they were going to do that
Jeff, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In West Virginia, local ordinances can regulate vehicles on private property, especially if they are unregistered or uninsured.
- Check Farmington's local ordinances regarding vehicle storage.
- Review any notices you might have missed.
- Confirm if the towing company had the right to remove your vehicle.
Did you receive any prior written warning or notice from the town government before the vehicle was towed?
Yes I did receive a notice and I discussed it with the mayor personally and we made a verbal agreement that I have one month and they did that one week short of a month
Jeff, it seems like you may have a case based on the verbal agreement with the mayor. Here's what you can do next:
- Collect any documents or evidence regarding the notice and your discussion with the mayor.
- Reach out to the town government to discuss the situation.
- Consider consulting with a local attorney to explore your legal options.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with the town government or finding an attorney?
Yes please
Jeff, here are some steps you can take next:
- Collect any written communication and document your verbal agreement with the mayor.
- Contact the Farmington town government to discuss the breach of the agreement.
- Consider consulting with a local attorney.
Would you like assistance in finding an attorney in your area?
Yes
Jeff, to find an attorney in your area, consider reaching out to local legal aid organizations or check the West Virginia State Bar Association's website for referrals.
Would you like more details on how to contact these organizations?