330.06: Towing Vehicles Flashcards
Abandoned or Overtime vehicles parked on _________ property may be towed at owners expense
public
What is the protocol for the Third Phase of the Overtime Parking process
72 hours plus time necessary so the call will initiate on a Mon-Fri between 0800-1400
True or False: after towing a vehicle for overtime parking, you are required to send a Municipal Court Summons for 10.12.160 “Unregistered or Junk Vehicles” and an “Abandoned Motor Vehicle” notice to the owner via registered mail?
True
What are some reasons NPD would tow a vehicle on private property?
Stolen vehicle
vehicle used in a crime
etc
Why do we respond to reports of abandoned vehicles on private property
to assist in locating the owner
If an operator of a vehicle is arrested, does the vehicle have to be towed?
- no, it may be turned over to a licensed driver at the officers discretion and with the owners permission.
- It may also be left on scene if it is legally parked
What is an “unsafe” Vehicle?
-in such condition as to endanger an person, or does not contain those parts, or is not at all times equipped with such lamps and other equipment in proper condition and adjustment
Can an unsafe vehicle be towed?
yes
Who gets notified if an unsafe vehicle is towed?
Traffic Sergeant, who notifies the registry
When can the operator of a vehicle that is to be towed request a specific tow?
- when response time of the tow is acceptable
- the tow is not a result of an MVA
Who pays the tow company after a vehicle that has been towed to the station is released?
owner, or it is released to the tow company
What procedure is done for the keys of a MV towed to the station?
tagged and placed in property
Who removes glass and debris from the scene of an accident if a tow truck responds?
The tow company