This bill proposes significant updates to the regulation of private towing carriers in Arizona. Under current law, the governing bodies of cities and towns have the authority to regulate towing rates, but the bill establishes that the regulation of towing rates is a matter of statewide concern and removes the ability of counties, cities, or towns to impose additional regulations. The bill specifies that the towing rates must align with those published in the Department of Public Safety's tow service agreement, ensuring a standardized rate across the state.

Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for signage in parking areas, detailing the conditions under which vehicles may be towed and the necessary information for vehicle owners to reclaim their vehicles. It mandates that private towing carriers provide itemized receipts and outlines the documentation required for vehicle owners to retrieve their impounded vehicles. The bill also establishes penalties for overcharging and creates liability for towing carriers that violate the new regulations, thereby enhancing consumer protections in the towing process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-499.05, 11-251.04, 28-4847