What to do if I’m trying to get my car back after being detained after 2 months, if my car was towed by the police after I was arrested for driving with a suspended license?
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What to do if I’m trying to get my car back after being detained after 2 months, if my car was towed by the police after I was arrested for driving with a suspended license?
I was unable to retrieve my car due to being detained. I am afraid the tow company will require exorbitant fees to get it back. Since I was detained and could not do anything, how can I get my car back without paying these fees?
Asked on November 24, 2012 under Criminal Law, Florida
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You will unfortunately have to pay those fees. The tow company is going to assume you could have had someone go and pick up the car or give proof of being a temporary power of attorney. If the charge is still pending, contact an attorney to perhaps negotiate the fee down. Otherwise, contact the tow company and see if anything could be done. You may need to arrange for payment plans.
FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunately under the laws of all states in this country I see very little what you can do to get your vehicle back without having to pay the storage fees that you have written about due to your detention. I suggest that you go to the storage yard and try and negotiate a fee for the release of your vehicle.
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