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HB 1569

Parking Enforcement - Vehicles in Custody or Control of Auto Repair or Storage Facility

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Nick Allen and 4 co-sponsors

HB 1569 shields auto repair and storage facilities from parking violation liability while vehicles remain in their custody or control.

Second Reading Passed with Amendments
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Bill Summary · HB 1569

Legislative bill overview

HB 1569 establishes legal protections for vehicles held by auto repair or storage facilities, clarifying that such facilities are not liable for parking violations incurred while the vehicle is in their custody or control. The bill defines the conditions under which a facility can be considered to have custody or control of a vehicle and outlines the procedures for handling parking citations during this period.

Why is this important

This bill addresses a practical gap where vehicle owners and repair shops have faced confusion and potential liability over parking violations that occur while cars are legitimately in a facility's care. It protects both consumers and small businesses from what could be considered unfair enforcement of parking regulations for vehicles they cannot move without authorization.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of liability protection – The bill may be too broad, potentially shielding facilities from accountability if they negligently fail to move vehicles or exceed reasonable storage periods
  • Definition clarity – Questions about what constitutes "custody or control" and how this applies to different types of facilities (repair shops vs. long-term storage) may create interpretation disputes
  • Parking enforcement revenue – Municipal governments relying on parking citation revenue may view this as reducing enforcement effectiveness and their funding streams

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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