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HB 1363

Towing Undrivable Vehicles

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bruce Antone

HB 1363 establishes procedures for towing undrivable vehicles in Florida, defining conditions for removal and requiring owner notification to balance property rights with consumer protections.

1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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Bill Summary · HB 1363

Legislative bill overview

HB 1363 establishes new procedures and regulations for towing vehicles that are deemed undrivable in Florida. The bill specifies conditions under which vehicles can be towed, requirements for notification to vehicle owners, and potential liability protections for towing companies and property owners who authorize towing.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects consumers' rights when vehicles are immobilized on private or public property, and establishes the legal framework that towing operators must follow. Clear rules reduce disputes between property owners, towing companies, and vehicle owners while potentially preventing costly and controversial vehicle removals.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "undrivable": The bill must clearly define what makes a vehicle undrivable to prevent arbitrary towing of legally parked but aging vehicles
  • Owner notification requirements: Disputes may arise over how quickly and through what methods owners must be notified before their vehicle is towed
  • Liability and financial responsibility: Disagreement over who bears costs when vehicles are wrongfully towed, and what recourse owners have against towing companies or property owners

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

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