Car Towing Legalities Explained

Summary

In California, towing from private property requires specific conditions, such as illegal parking or abandonment, and visible signage warning of towing. Law enforcement must be notified within an hour of the tow. If your car was towed while pulled over and not parked, it may be unusual. Check for signage, review the incident with law enforcement, and contact the towing company for documentation. Consider consulting a local attorney for further assistance.

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They towed my car and I didn’t get a ticket
I'm sorry to hear about your car being towed. Can you tell me where your car was parked when it was towed? This can help determine if the towing was justified.
I was pulled over on private property and somone ran from my car and got locked up but they let me go and towed my car
It sounds like a complex situation. In California, private property towing rules can be strict. Here are some points to consider:
- The vehicle must be parked illegally or abandoned.
- A visible sign must warn of towing.
- Law enforcement must be notified within an hour.
Was there a visible sign where your car was parked?
My car wasn’t parked when towed I was pulled over
It seems like your situation involves towing from private property in California. If your car wasn't parked, but pulled over, and was then towed, it may be considered unusual. Here are some things you might consider:
- Check for any signage indicating towing rules on the property.
- Review the circumstances with law enforcement involved in the incident.
- Consider contacting the towing company for documentation on why your car was towed.
Would you like to be connected with local lawyers who can assist you further with this case?