§ 20-166.3. Limit storage duration for vehicle damaged as a result of a collision.
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§ 20-166.3. Limit storage duration for vehicle damaged as a result of a collision.
(a)Limited Duration of Storage. - A motor vehicle that is towed and stored at the direction of a law enforcement agency following a collision may be held for evidence for not more than 20 days without a court order. Absent a court order, the vehicle must be released to the vehicle owner, insurer, or lien holder upon payment of the towing and storage fees.
(b)Application. - This section shall not apply to a motor vehicle
(i)seized as a result of a violation of law or
(ii)abandoned by the owner. (2015-188, s. 1.)