In the realm of vehicle management and legal responsibilities, the DLR 430 509 form serves a crucial function, particularly relating to the custody and sale of abandoned vehicles. When a vehicle is deemed abandoned, registered tow truck operators obtain custody, and vehicle owners are notified of the situation. If the vehicle remains unclaimed past a certain deadline, it is slated for auction to the highest bidder. This process is meticulously detailed in the form, including specifics like the vehicle's identification number (VIN), make, model, year, and the impending auction details. Beyond the logistics of the sale, the form outlines financial responsibilities, indicating that if auction proceeds fail to cover towing and storage charges, the registered owner might bear the cost deficit. Furthermore, failure to reclaim an abandoned vehicle is not just a logistical issue but also a legal one, potentially drawing fines and impacting the owner's driving privileges as articulated under relevant sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). Additionally, the form serves as a notice to all relevant parties, including registered and legal owners, conveying crucial information like auction date, location, and the tow firm's details, ensuring transparency and compliance with the law. This procedural document underscores the legal framework governing abandoned vehicles, highlighting the intersection between personal responsibility and state regulations.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form Dlr 430 509 |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Other names | abandoned car letter, Penalties, DLR-430-509, littering |
Custody and Sale of
Abandoned Vehicle Notice
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License number
State
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Make
Model
Year
You were previously notified that the Registered Tow Truck Operator identified below has custody of the
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that after 15 days from the date of this notice this vehicle will be sold at auction to the highest bidder. If the bid amount is not enough to cover the towing and storage charges and a Seller’s Report of Sale was not filed, the registered owner will be held liable for the deficiency. RCW 46.55.140
Failure to redeem an abandoned vehicle constitutes the traffic infraction of “littering – abandoned vehicle.” Penalties for this infraction may include, but not be limited to, a $250.00 fine which cannot be reduced, suspension of all driving privileges, and other penalties as may be imposed by a court.
RCW 46.20.289; 46.63.110 (2)
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NOTE: If law enforcement is holding this vehicle for Driving While License Suspended (DWLS) and the towing company has not received a security deposit, the vehicle will be auctioned on the following date. RCW 46.55.120
Auction date
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Location of sale
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