FL H0347

Towing-storage operators must send lien notices through third-party notification services approved by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles within 7 business days of vehicle/vessel storage

Third-party notification services must obtain a $1 million performance bond, submit annual security audits from licensed CPAs, and maintain records for 5 years

Removes authorization for attorney's fees in court awards for disputes between owners/lienholders and towing-storage operators

Clarifies that vehicle owners, lienholders, insurance company representatives, or authorized agents may inspect vehicles and retrieve personal property upon presenting documentation of ownership before paying charges

Effective date: January 1, 2020