Michigan HB5147 amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to establish guidelines for towing agencies, including licensing, insurance, and disclosure.
Michigan HB5147 amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to establish guidelines for towing agencies. The bill requires towing agencies to annually register and maintain a valid license from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Towing agencies must provide written disclosures to vehicle owners before towing, including business information, vehicle details, and an itemized list of charges. Agencies must also post these disclosures prominently. The bill prohibits agencies from soliciting business at accident scenes and mandates that police agencies maintain a tow rotation list.
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