When a vehicle is impounded with a 30-day police hold, the owner is entitled to receive notification before the car can be sold at a lien sale auction. The specific process and requirements for notification may vary depending on the jurisdiction, but generally, the following steps are typically taken:
1. Initial Notice of Impound:
- When a vehicle is impounded, the owner will typically receive an initial notice of impoundment. This notice will provide information about the location of the impound lot, the reason for impoundment, and the towing and storage fees that have accrued.
- The notice may also include information about the process for recovering the vehicle, including any required fees or documentation.
2. Notice of Intent to Sell:
- If the vehicle is not claimed within a specified period, usually 30 days from the date of impoundment, the impound lot or law enforcement agency may send a notice of intent to sell.
- This notice will inform the owner of the upcoming lien sale auction and will provide details about the date, time, and location of the auction.
- The notice will also specify the amount of money that must be paid to satisfy the outstanding fees and costs associated with the impoundment.
3. Publication of Notice:
- In addition to sending a direct notice to the owner, the impound lot or law enforcement agency may also publish a notice of the lien sale auction in a local newspaper or other designated publication.
- This publication notice serves to provide public notice of the upcoming auction and may attract interested buyers.
It is important to note that the specific procedures for notification may vary from one jurisdiction to another. It is recommended that vehicle owners contact the relevant authorities or impound lot directly to obtain precise and up-to-date information regarding the notification process and timelines for lien sale auctions in their specific area.
