Vehicle Impoundment Legal Rights

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Law enforcement in Minnesota can impound vehicles for suspected DWI. Refusing a breath test may lead to vehicle forfeiture. Impound fees accrue daily, and unpaid fees can result in the vehicle being sold. Dismissal of charges doesnt automatically reverse impoundment. Consult a local attorney for guidance.

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my vehicle was impounded after a traffic stop where I was suspected of driving under the influence. I refused the breath test, and a warrant was never obtained to drop blood on myself. After spending six days in the county jail, I was released because ill charges were dismissed due to lack of circumstantial evidence. it is January * and my vehicle has been in impound since November *. I could not afford to pay the impound charges. Yesterday I found out that my vehicle has been deemed scrap by the towing/impound company. How can they impound my vehicle? Keep it impounded and strap it after charges have been dismissed? This is the state of Minnesota county of Anoka.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Minnesota:
- Law enforcement can impound vehicles for suspected DWI.
- Refusing a breath test can lead to vehicle forfeiture.
- Impound fees accrue daily, and if unpaid, the impound lot can sell the vehicle.
- The dismissal of charges doesn't automatically reverse the impoundment.
I recommend contacting a local attorney for assistance.
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Thank you for your detailed response, ****. It sounds like a complex situation. You may want to consider discussing this issue with a legal professional who specializes in DUI and vehicle impoundment laws in Anoka County, Minnesota.
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You're welcome, ****. I hope this information was helpful. Don't hesitate to contact us again if you have more questions about your legal situation. Best of luck with your case.