Relates to abandoned vehicles
This bill increases the threshold for when local authorities can seize abandoned vehicles. Specifically, it raises the maximum wholesale value (considering condition) from $1,250 to $3,250 for vehicles with no license plates at the time of abandonment. Under this change, ownership of such vehicles automatically transfers to the local authority once the value threshold is met. The bill does not apply to vehicles intended for junk/salvage sale, dismantling, or destruction.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 30, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 30, 2025
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