Car towed in Wilmington?
Here’s how to get it back.
Call directly
Wilmington Tow/Impound Info
Call for vehicle lookup and tow info.
Before you go
Documents: Valid ID, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance.
Payment: Call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods.
TimeLimit: Vehicles considered abandoned after 72 hours. Retrieve ASAP.
Fees: Contact the impound lot for current fee schedule.
Parked in a private lot?
Check for tow-away signs at the location where your car was parked. Signs must display the tow company name and phone number.
Know your rights
Delaware law regulates towing. Contact local police for private property tow disputes.
Your towing rights in Wilmington
Delaware state law protects vehicle owners
🪧Signage Requirements
Clear signage must be displayed on private property, including the towing company's contact information.
🏢Private Property Rules
Towing companies must be licensed. They are required to notify local law enforcement within one hour of towing a vehicle from private property. Applies to nonconsensual tows of nonabandoned motor vehicles weighing 5,000 lbs or less.
Source: DE Code Title 21, Chapter 69A
Parked somewhere else?