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AL HB219
Bill
Status
5/7/2019
Primary Sponsor
Chris Pringle
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 32-13-6 of the Code of Alabama 1975 regarding proceeds from the sale of abandoned motor vehicles.
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Class 2 municipalities that own and operate an impound facility may retain proceeds from public auction sales of abandoned motor vehicles in their general fund, rather than remitting to the county.
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Entities selling abandoned vehicles must still deduct reasonable costs for repair, towing, storage, and expenses related to the sale before retaining or distributing remaining proceeds.
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Deducted costs cannot exceed customary charges for like services in the community where the sale is made.
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Act became effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor on May 2, 2019.
Legislative Description
Class 2 municipalities (Mobile), abandoned motor vehicles, operating city impound lot, authorized to retain balance of sale proceeds, Sec. 32-13-6 am'd.
Class 2 Municipalities
Last Action
Delivered to Governor at 3:53 p.m. on May 7, 2019.
5/7/2019