Pursuant to 23R-0085TO, the new/updated towing rules are effective on April 30, 2024. Please see the new rules available here.
FOR TOW CARRIERS
This is the one-stop shop where towing companies can easily access industry forms and information to meet regulatory compliance.
Rules and Regulations
Colorado General Assembly:
- House Bill 21-1283, Vehicle Towing Consumer Protection
- House Bill 22-1314 , Towing Carrier Nonconsensual Tows
- Code of Colorado Regulations:
Rules Regulating Transportation by Motor Vehicle
4 CCR 723-6500
Changes in Business/Ownership
Towing Customer Forms
Vehicle Release Form: (needed to retrieve vehicle)
This form is necessary to retrieve a vehicle towed nonconsensually from a residential private property by paying 15 percent of the total balance owed, NOT to exceed $60. It is recommended that vehicle owners/operators bring this form from the PUC’s website with them, when they go to get their vehicle released from a towing carrier. Vehicle owners/operators sign the form, which indicates they will pay the remaining balance due to the towing carrier, in exchange for them releasing the vehicle without full payment. A copy may also be available at the towing carrier’s office.- Vehicle Release Form for Authorized Operators:
This form is also necessary to have when retrieving a vehicle from a towing carrier, as it indicates the owner/operator of the vehicle has provided all documentation proving a connection to the vehicle, which includes vehicle registration, proof of insurance, VIN number, keys, and location of where the vehicle was towed.