Tow Authority

When to tow:

Criminal Code Investigation
Recovered stolen Motor Vehicle and R/O cannot attend scene or arrange their own tow.
Recovered stolen Motor Vehicle and there is a hold for expert exam
Arrest without warrant
Interfere with traffic or snow removal
Vehicle abandoned with improper plates
Serious or fatal MVC / mechanical inspection
Abandon auto
Suspend Drive - Does not include Unpaid Fines or Medical Suspensions
Stunt Drive

Secure vs Non Secure tow:

Secure tow is used when Police are using their authority to tow a vehicle. A secure tow requires the Police to release the vehicle before the registered owner can pick it up from the impound lot (use when there is a hold on a vehicle)

Non Secure tow allows the registered owner to pick up the vehicle whenever they want (no hold required)

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