Bill > A01227

This bill establishes comprehensive legal provisions targeting commercial towing companies that engage in illegal or improper towing practices. The legislation creates a robust lien mechanism that allows individuals to file claims against both the real and personal property of commercial towing companies for violations related to towing services. Specifically, the bill introduces new requirements such as mandating written invoices signed by both the towing company and vehicle owner before services are performed, and provides detailed procedures for filing and enforcing these liens within specified timeframes. Additionally, the bill creates personal liability for the ten largest shareholders of non-publicly traded corporations and the ten members with the largest ownership interests in limited liability companies, making them jointly and severally responsible for claims arising from illegal towing practices. The legislation also expands grounds for legal attachment and provides mechanisms for enforcing liens on both real and personal property, with specific provisions for extending or terminating liens. The bill aims to protect consumers by increasing transparency, accountability, and legal recourse against commercial towing companies that engage in unfair or deceptive practices, particularly in New York City, where many of the specific regulatory references are focused.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1227