Texas · Texas Transportation Code

Tex. Transp. Code § 545.305: AUTHORIZED REMOVAL OF CERTAIN MOTOR VEHICLES

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

Law authorizes peace officers and inspectors to remove vehicles from highways under specified conditions, such as obstruction, abandonment, or theft, and directs where removed vehicles may be taken. Vehicle owners are liable for towing and storage fees.

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