Car towed in Tucson?
Here’s how to get it back.
Before you go
Documents: Valid ID, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance.
Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Money orders. Call ahead to confirm.
TimeLimit: Storage fees accrue daily. Retrieve as soon as possible.
Fees: Contact the impound lot for current fee schedule.
Parked in a private lot?
Check for tow-away signs at the location where your car was parked. Signs must display the tow company name and phone number.
Know your rights
Arizona Revised Statutes regulate towing. Post-storage hearings available within 10 business days.
Your towing rights in Tucson
Arizona state law protects vehicle owners
🪧Signage Requirements
Signs must be at least 24x30 inches, posted at each entrance. Must state 'Tow-Away Zone' and include the tow company phone number and address.
🚗Right to Retrieve
Owner can retrieve the vehicle before it leaves the property if they arrive in time. No fee may be charged if the vehicle has not yet been hooked up.
🏢Private Property Rules
Property owner or authorized agent must request the tow. Tow company must notify local law enforcement within 30 minutes of towing a vehicle from private property.
📝How to File a Complaint
File complaints with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) at (602) 712-7355 or the Arizona Attorney General's Office at (602) 542-5763.
Source: ARS §28-3511, ARS §28-872
Parked somewhere else?