Car towed in Indianapolis?
Here’s how to get it back.
Call directly
Indianapolis Tow/Impound Info
Call for vehicle lookup and tow info.
Before you go
Documents: a licensed towing company with written authorization to remove your vehicle, including the address, the car’s year, make and model, VIN, and license plate number.
Payment: Cash, Credit/debit cards. Call ahead to confirm.
TimeLimit: Storage fees accrue daily. Vehicle may be auctioned after 30 days.
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
Indiana Code regulates towing. No Parking signs must be in plain view at all entrances and exits. Written authorization required for private property tows.
Your towing rights in Indianapolis
Indiana state law protects vehicle owners
🏢Private Property Rules
If after 24 hours the vehicle owner has not removed a vehicle believed abandoned on private property, the property owner may have it towed. In emergency situations (vehicle interferes with property access or safety), immediate removal is allowed.
📝How to File a Complaint
Towing companies and operators must be licensed by the Indiana Secretary of State. The Indiana Administrative Code establishes maximum rates for towing fees, which must be conspicuously posted.
Source: IC §9-22-1-16
Parked somewhere else?