New Jersey · New Jersey Revised Statutes — Title 39, Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulation
N.J.S.A. Title 39 § 39:4-50.23: Impoundment of vehicle operated by arrestee; conditions of release; fee for towing, storage
What this law says, in plain English
When someone is arrested for certain driving violations, police must impound their vehicle for at least 12 hours. The vehicle can be released to the owner or an authorized person if they show valid license, ownership proof, insurance, and meet safety requirements. Police may charge towing and storage fees.
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