San Francisco, CA asked in Traffic Tickets for California

Q: 22658. (a) can a owner report stolen his vehicle when private tow truck tow you from a Convention Center Parking Lot.

Does not comply 22658 prohibiting the public free parking 24 hr.

22658.

(1) There is displayed, in plain view at all entrances to the property, a sign not less than 17 inches by 22 inches in size, with lettering not less than one inch in height, prohibiting public parking and indicating that vehicles will be removed at the owner’s expense, and containing the telephone number of the local traffic law enforcement agency and the name and telephone number of each towing company that is a party to a written general towing authorization agreement with the owner or person in lawful possession of the property. The sign may also indicate that a citation may also be issued for the violation Sign not legal comply 1 and other section parts

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A: If your vehicle was towed by a private tow truck from a Convention Center parking lot, the owner of the vehicle may not report it as stolen as long as the towing was conducted lawfully. California law allows property owners to have vehicles towed from their property under certain circumstances, such as when the vehicle is parked in a way that violates posted rules or is blocking access to the property. However, the property owner must follow specific requirements and post signs indicating that unauthorized vehicles may be towed. If these requirements are not met, the towing may be considered unlawful and the vehicle owner may have legal recourse. It is recommended that you contact an attorney for further advice on your specific situation.

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