HB 2362 Summary

• Changes vehicle removal authority from "shall" (mandatory) to "may" (discretionary) for peace officers in cases of suspended/revoked licenses, unlicensed drivers, alien smuggling, and defaced vehicle identification numbers.

• Creates mandatory vehicle removal requirement when a driver operates without a required ignition interlock device or when a vehicle is displayed for sale with an altered/destroyed VIN.

• Adds new mandatory impoundment provision for drivers with suspended/revoked licenses, no valid license, or no proof of valid license who lack financial responsibility compliance and are involved in accidents causing property damage or injury.

• Maintains 30-day impoundment period and allows early vehicle release to owners, spouses, rental companies, and motor vehicle dealers under specified conditions including proof of valid license and insurance compliance.

• Requires law enforcement agencies to enter vehicle removal and impoundment information into the Arizona Crime Information Center database within three business days of the action.