New Rules for Towing Disabled Vehicles

The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this bill would change the rights of drivers involved in crashes by ensuring they have a choice in towing providers and receive mandatory, recurring notifications about mounting storage fees, which can often lead to the loss of a vehicle.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Drivers involved in motor vehicle crashes

They gain the right to choose towing providers and receive mandatory notifications regarding storage fees and vehicle retrieval.

Wrecker operators

They are required to provide specific cost and contact information to drivers and adhere to a strict notification schedule for stored vehicles.

Law enforcement officers

They are required to provide a list of towing options to drivers when impounding a vehicle and must disclose specific storage information.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Background

SB 1400 was introduced during the 2026 legislative session but failed to advance out of the Transportation committee. context

Summary

This bill establishes new notification and choice requirements for drivers whose vehicles are towed following a crash. It mandates that law enforcement and towing companies provide clear information about storage costs and retrieval processes, and requires storage facilities to send periodic updates to vehicle owners.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I choose my own tow truck driver after a crash?

Yes, under this bill, you may call a of your choice unless the vehicle is being by law enforcement.

What information must the tow truck driver give me?

They must provide the daily storage charge, the facility's phone number and email address, and the steps required to get your vehicle back.

How often will I be notified if my car is in storage?

The storage facility is required to notify you at 14, 30, and 45 business days after the vehicle arrives at the facility.

Why It Matters

If enacted, this bill would change the rights of drivers involved in crashes by ensuring they have a choice in towing providers and receive mandatory, recurring notifications about mounting storage fees, which can often lead to the loss of a vehicle.

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Discoveries

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Increased Consumer Notification Requirements

The bill shifts the burden of communication regarding vehicle storage from the owner to the storage facility, mandating specific intervals for contact.

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