Bill > SB152

This bill modifies Alabama's existing law regarding unclaimed motor vehicles by updating the reporting requirements for towing companies. Under the new provisions, when a towing company takes possession of an unclaimed vehicle, they can now immediately report the vehicle to the Department of Revenue through the Unclaimed/Abandoned Vehicle Portal, instead of waiting five calendar days as previously required. The bill maintains the existing definitions of unclaimed vehicles, which include vehicles left unattended on public roads for over 48 hours or left on private or public property without consent. The legislation requires towing companies to use the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) to determine the vehicle's title state and attempt to contact the vehicle's owner through certified mail or electronic confirmation. If the owner does not reclaim the vehicle within 30 days, it may be considered abandoned and potentially sold under the Alabama Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act. The bill also preserves provisions about maintaining records of unclaimed vehicles and notifying law enforcement. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aim to streamline the process of reporting and handling unclaimed vehicles.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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