Car towed in Elizabeth?
Here’s how to get it back.
Estimate your fees
Payment: Credit/debit cards
Estimates based on published rates. Actual fees may vary.
Before you go
Documents: the following documents for release: • Valid driver's license • Valid insurance • Proper ownership and registration
Payment: Credit/debit cards. Call ahead to confirm.
TimeLimit: Storage fees accrue daily. Retrieve as soon as possible.
Fees: CE RELEASE TO REMOVE VEHICLE*** **Tow - $150.00** **Storage - $45.00/day** **Labor (win; EHICLE*** **Tow - $150.00** **Storage - $45.00/day** **Labor (winch,special equipment; (winch,special equipment
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
New Jersey regulates towing under N.J.A.C. 13:45A-31. Tow operators must be licensed and post rates.
Your towing rights in Elizabeth
New Jersey state law protects vehicle owners
🪧Signage Requirements
Signs must be posted in a conspicuous place at all vehicular entrances to the property, easily visible to drivers entering the property.
🏢Private Property Rules
No person shall tow a vehicle from privately owned property without the vehicle owner's consent unless: (1) a contract for private property towing exists with the property owner, and (2) signs are properly posted. Regulated under NJAC 13:45A-31. A 'basic tow' includes arriving at site, 15 minutes waiting time, hooking/loading, and transporting the vehicle.
Source: NJSA §56:13-7 et seq., NJSA §56:13-13, NJAC 13:45A-31
Parked somewhere else?