Rhode Island · Rhode Island General Laws — Title 31, Motor and Other Vehicles
R.I. Gen. Laws (Title 31) § 31-22-16: Sale to enforce lien
What this law says, in plain English
A wrecker may sell a towed motor vehicle at private or public sale if towing charges remain unpaid for at least 60 days. Sale proceeds pay wrecker liens, financing liens, subordinate liens, and any remainder to the registered owner.
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