Car towed in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. Towing Laws

Signage Requirements

Private Property Rules

A private property owner can order a tow if a vehicle is illegally parked on private property and has been ticketed. Private tows require written agreement with the tow company. The towing business must be licensed by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA).

Right to Retrieve

How to File a Complaint

File complaints with the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP).

Sources

DCMR Title 16, Chapter 4 (§16-408, §16-410)