HPM 81.2, Vehicle Procedures Manual Flashcards
What is the procedure for amending a CHP 180 to indicate a more appropriate removal/impound authority?
- The incorrect removal/impound authority shall be lined out and the correct removal/impound authority written in.
- A memorandum describing the reason for the amendment shall be prepared and a copy attached to the CHP 180.
- If notification to owner is required, the Department shall notify the RO or LO in writing of the removal/impound authority amendment.
- The Department shall notify and submit in writing a letter to the tow company the amended removal/impound authority.
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What VC section mandates an agency notify an RO or LO of the opportunity for a post-storage hearing to determine the validity of the storage?
22852 VC.
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Within what time frame shall a post-storage hearing take place and how may they be conducted?
Within 48 hours of the request, and they can be telephonically, in witting, or in person.
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How long is a CHP 180 for a vehicle stored as evidence pursuant to 22655.5 VC retained?
A CHP 180 which has been completed for a vehicle impounded as evidence shall be retained for two years unless court proceedings require the reports to be retained longer.
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According to 22855 (a) VC the Commissioner may designate who to make vehicle appraisals?
Any officer.
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What are the appraisal categories for a vehicle?
Less than $500
$501 - $4,000
Over $4,001
Written-in
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Is seized property from a vehicle inventory noted on the CHP 180?
A description of the item seized, as well as its original location, shall be noted in the Remarks section of the CHP 180.
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If an agent for an RO or LO attempts to obtain a vehicle release and their indentity is in question, what should be requested?
When the RO, LO, or agent’s identity is in question, a legally recognized photo identification should be requested.
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When the RO, LO, or agent’s authority is in question, what should be requested?
A notarized, written certification should be requested from the RO or LO stating the person is their agent.
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When releasing a stored/impounded vehicle to a licensed repossessor, can the Department require the repossessor to provide notarized title, security agreement, or certificate of repossession?
Any of these documents may be originals, copies, facsimile copies, or transmitted electronically. The impounding agency shall not require any documents to be notarized.
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Does a vehicle being towed (wheels touching the roadway) by a licensed repossessor need to be registered?
A repossessed vehicle is exempt from registration for the sole purpose of transporting the vehicle from the point of repossession to the storage facility of the repossessor, and from the storage facility to the LO or to a licensed motor vehicle auction, provided the repossessor transports the appropriate documents authorizing the repossession with the vehicle.
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Under what circumstances and by what authority may a vehicle be impounded for 5-days?
A 5-day impoundment occurs when the driver has one prior DUI conviction within the preceding 10 years, section 14602.8 VC.
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Under what circumstances and by what authority may a vehicle be impounded for 15-days?
A 15-day impoundment occurs when the driver has two or more prior DUI convictions within the preceding 10, years, 14602.8 VC.
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Within how many hours shall the tow company be notified regarding the proper storage/impound authority related to a DUI arrest with prior convictions and a pending breath test?
The Area office shall establish Area SOP to ensure the tow company is notified within 24 hours of the correct impound authority for the CHP 180.
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