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SB 1112

Vehicles: towing companies and storage facilities.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bob Archuleta

SB 1112 requires vehicle storage facilities to notify owners of stored vehicles through unspecified notice procedures, protecting consumers from hidden storage situations and surprise fees.

From committee with author's amendments. Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on JUD.
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Bill Summary · SB 1112

Legislative bill overview

SB 1112 establishes requirements for vehicle storage facilities to provide notice to vehicle owners when their vehicles are stored, likely addressing communication standards between storage operators and owners. The bill appears focused on ensuring transparency and timely notification in the vehicle storage process, though specific notice timing and content requirements are not detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Vehicle owners often have limited visibility into storage situations, whether due to impound, accident recovery, or other circumstances. Clear notice requirements protect consumers from unexpected storage fees, extended storage periods, and unclear communication about vehicle recovery procedures.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of applicability: Unclear whether the bill applies only to public impound facilities, private tow operators, or all storage situations, which could significantly impact different stakeholders
  • Notice timing and method: Disputes may arise over how quickly notices must be sent, through what means (mail, email, phone), and whether owners must be reachable at current addresses
  • Cost allocation: Questions about who bears the expense of notice delivery and whether these costs will be passed to vehicle owners as additional storage fees

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

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