The CHP 180 form, also known as the Vehicle Stored Report, is the official California Highway Patrol document used when officers impound or take custody of a vehicle. It records the vehicle's physical condition, visible damage, and any personal property found inside at the time of impound.
Law enforcement completes the CHP 180 form to protect all parties involved. Officers document the exterior and interior condition of the vehicle before taking custody. This written record helps resolve disputes about property damage or missing items that may arise during storage.
The form plays a significant role in California legal proceedings. Courts rely on the CHP 180 to determine whether an inventory search was conducted according to standard procedures. Under the Fourth Amendment, a properly documented inventory search differs from an unlawful warrantless search. Officers must follow the CHP standard policy for completing the form to ensure evidence gathered during an inventory search remains admissible.
Vehicle owners can request a copy of the CHP 180 form from the impounding agency. Review all listed items carefully before signing and note any discrepancies in writing. If any property is missing from the inventory, contact the impounding agency immediately and file a written complaint.
Other California Highway Patrol forms you may need include the CHP 190 form for documenting traffic incidents, the CHP 279 form for additional law enforcement reporting, and the CHP 362 form. If ownership of an impounded vehicle is disputed, a vehicle purchase agreement can help establish title.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | CHP 180 Form (Vehicle Stored Report) |
| Form Length | 14 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 3 min 30 sec |
| Other names | chp 180, chp 180 form, ca chp 180 form, chp180, chp 180 tow form, vehicle stored report |
