This bill amends current law to allow individuals, other than the vehicle's owner, to retrieve necessary personal and work-related items from an impounded vehicle, provided they are accompanied by the vehicle's owner. The new legal language specifies that these individuals can access items essential for daily living, such as work tools, clothing, medication, and personal documents, without restriction. Additionally, the bill outlines that the custodian of the impounded vehicle must allow access for this purpose, as long as it does not interfere with the vehicle's removal and storage process.

The bill also modifies existing provisions regarding the storage of vehicles, allowing the custodian to hold certain items until fees are paid, while also permitting the retrieval of non-vehicle-related items by the vehicle's owner or authorized individuals. Specifically, it introduces a new section that permits the retrieval of work-related items at no cost, emphasizing the importance of access to essential belongings during the impoundment period. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 262:35-a