Car towed in Frederick?
Here’s how to get it back.
Call directly
Frederick Tow/Impound Info
Call for vehicle lookup and tow info.
How to get there
[PDF] 2025 FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT TOWING HANDBOOK
100 W. Patrick Street Frederick
Before you go
Documents: a towing contract with two truck companies and provid
Payment: Call ahead to confirm accepted payment methods.
TimeLimit: Storage fees accrue daily. Retrieve as soon as possible.
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
Maryland regulates towing. Contact local police for tow disputes.
Your towing rights in Frederick
Maryland state law protects vehicle owners
🏢Private Property Rules
Maryland law allows property owners to tow vehicles parked without authorization, but they cannot charge excessive fees and in most cases must give notice. Montgomery County has detailed regulations (Ch. 30C) covering maximum rates, public notice requirements, tow procedures, handicapped vehicle owner protections, incomplete tows, and redemption/storage procedures.
📝How to File a Complaint
In Montgomery County, enforcement is handled under Ch. 30C with police power and subpoena authority. Contact county consumer protection offices for complaints.
Source: Montgomery County Code Ch. 30C, MD Transportation Code
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