81.2, Vehicle Procedures Flashcards
If a stored or impounded vehicle has a vehicle(s) carried as cargo (such as a car on a trailer), what information shall be documented in the “Remarks” section of the CHP 180?
1) License number
2) VIN number
3) Description of the vehicle(s)
(HPM 81.2, Chapter 1)
Vehicle Code Section 22852 requires the impounding, removing, or storing agency to notify the registered or legal owner of the vehicle within what timeframe?
48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
True or False: A post-storage hearing shall be conducted in person at the Area office.
False (may also be conducted in writing or telephonically)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
Vehicle Code Section 22855(a) VC authorizes the Commissioner to designate any officer to make __________.
Vehicle appraisals
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
What are the three value categories for appraised vehicles?
1) $500 or less
2) $501 to $4,000
3) $4,001 and over
(HPM 81.2, Chapter 1)
True or False: all officers actively participating in a vehicle inventory shall be noted by name and ID number on the CHP 180.
True (in the “Remarks” section)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
True or False: if the driver or other occupants request possession of property (purse, backpack, clothing, etc.) during a vehicle storage/impound, the officer may pat the item down for weapons.
True
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
True or False: an officer may force the lock of a locked glove compartment console, trunk, or box for inventory purposes.
False (locked compartment shall be noted on the CHP 180)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
If an officer marks the 22850.3 CVC box, what should the officer notate in the top margin of the CHP 180?
“Registration violation - to be cleared through CHP only”
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
True or False: a repossessor shall have original documents (certificate of repossession, security agreement, vehicle title) in order to obtain a release for a stored or impounded vehicle.
False (copies, fax, or electronic are acceptable)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
True or False: a repossessor is required to pay registration fees prior to release of the vehicle.
False
HPM 81.2, Chapter 1
True or False: when an unlicensed driver is encountered at a sobriety checkpoint, the officer must make a reasonable attempt to identify the registered owner (RO) of the vehicle and release the vehicle to the RO prior to initiating an impound.
True
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
Approval should be obtained from ____________ prior to seizing a vehicle for an obvious violation of 10751(b) VC, Altered/Missing VIN.
A supervisor or vehicle theft investigator
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
A vehicle being driven by someone whose driving privilege is restricted pursuant to 13352 or 23575 VC and the vehicle is not equipped with a functioning certified ignition interlock device may be impounded pursuant to ___________ VC.
14602.6 VC (30 day hold)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
True or False: when a vehicle is impounded for 30 days pursuant to 14602.6 VC out of a traffic collision, the driver should be issued a citation for 12500(A) VC or 14601.1 through 14601.5 VC.
False (shall not cite for these sections out of a collision)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
True or False: officers may impound a vehicle for 30 days if the driver is driving out of class.
False
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What are the valid reasons a vehicle shall be released early from a 30-day impound through a storage hearing?
1) The vehicle is a stolen vehicle
2) The vehicle is subject to bailment and is driven by an unlicensed employee of a business establishment
3) The vehicle was impounded for 30 days under a VC section that doesn’t allow for a 30 day impound.
4) The driver’s driving privilege has been reinstated or a driver license issued
(HPM 81.2, Chapter 2)
May the name of the registered owner or legal owner be changed on a vehicle’s record before the vehicle is released from impound?
No
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What is the Vehicle Code section used to impound a vehicle for 30 days when it is used in the act of fleeing a peace officer or reckless driving and a warrant or order from a court authorizing the removal and seizure of the vehicle has been obtained?
14602.7(a) VC
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section authorizes a 5 or 15 day impound for a second or more violations of DUI?
14602.8 VC
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
How many DUI convictions are required before a vehicle may be impounded for 15 days under 14602.8 VC?
2 within 10 years
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section shall be used as an impound authority when an officer encounters a driver who is the RO and is unlicensed or has a suspended/revoked license, and the driver has a prior misdemeanor conviction for driving while suspended/revoked, or the RO of the vehicle has a Stipulated Vehicle Release Agreement indicated on the vehicle’s record.
14607.6(a) VC - Vehicle forfeiture for driver license violations
(HPM 81.2, Chapter 2)
True or False: an officer may impound a vehicle pursuant to 14607.6(a) VC - Vehicle forfeiture for driver license violations, when the driver has either a misdemeanor or infraction conviction of driving while unlicensed or suspended/revoked.
False (must be a misdemeanor conviction)
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
All forms and documents related to a vehicle forfeiture shall be retained at the Area level for ______ years.
Six
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section is used to impound a vehicle when the driver is under the age of 21 and has a BAC of .01% or greater and is issued a DS 367M, Under Age 21 Officer’s Statement, or the driver is on probation for prior DUI pursuant to 13389 VC?
22651(h)(2) VC
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
Officers should routinely check the _______ box on the CHP 180 to ensure proof of current registration is provided for vehicle release procedures.
“Section 22850.3 CVC”
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
An officer shall immediately issue a DL 310A, Verbal Notice by Peace Officer, DMV, or Court Employee on what suspension service codes?
I, K, R, and Service Code A issued prior to June 30, 1995
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section is used to impound a vehicle for 48 hours when it is suspected of being involved in a hit and run collision and the driver failed to comply with 20002 VC through 20006 VC?
22655(a) VC - Impound for Investigation
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section is used to remove a reported stolen or embezzled vehicle from private property?
22653(a) VC
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section allows for the removal of a vehicle when there is probable cause to believe the vehicle was used as the means of committing a public offense or a search warrant is obtained.
22655.5(a) VC
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2
What Vehicle Code section allows for the removal of a vehicle when there is probable cause to believe the vehicle is itself evidence which shows that a crime has been committed, or the vehicle contains evidence that cannot be readily removed.
22655.5(b) VC
HPM 81.2, Chapter 2