Bill > HF1574

This bill modifies Minnesota's laws regarding vehicle towing, introducing several key changes to protect property owners and vehicle owners. The bill defines "properly posted" as a clearly visible sign that indicates unauthorized parking conditions, identifies the towing entity, and specifies where a towed vehicle will be taken. It clarifies private property owners' rights to arrange towing of unauthorized vehicles and establishes more specific guidelines for when vehicles can be impounded. The bill introduces new limitations on vehicle towers, requiring that they receive specific authorization from property owners, including identifying the exact vehicle (by make, model, and license plate) before towing. The changes impact various scenarios of vehicle impoundment, such as reducing the time frame for towing vehicles from different types of properties (residential, non-residential, public spaces), and standardizing the requirements for towing notifications and authorizations. These modifications aim to provide more clarity and protection for both property owners and vehicle owners in towing situations, ensuring more transparent and controlled towing practices across different property types in Minnesota.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1574&ssn=0&y=2025