[deleted] t1_jeej4ow wrote on March 31, 2023 at 1:12 PM

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imaluckyduckie t1_jeenysd wrote on March 31, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Yes, the tow company is required to release a vehicle even if it's hooked or lifted, but not actually removed from private property, upon request of the vehicle’s owner

Source: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/News/Consumer%20Briefs/what-you-should-know-about-getting-towed.pdf

PrincipleOfMoments t1_jef52dd wrote on March 31, 2023 at 3:43 PM

To be clear, yes, the towing company is required to release the vehicle upon request of the owner in such circumstances, BUT the law allows the towing company to charge a decoupling fee, meaning a fee to unhook your vehicle.

imaluckyduckie t1_jeg05m9 wrote on March 31, 2023 at 7:06 PM

Jersey City has an ordinance limiting the decoupling fee to $25 (vehicles up to 10,000 lbs). The OP should absolutely report them to the city.

basicinsomniac t1_jef6k99 wrote on March 31, 2023 at 3:53 PM

Shocked at the downvotes lol thanks for the info!