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FL S0760
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits the Florida Highway Patrol from excluding wrecker operators from the wrecker operator system based solely on a prior felony conviction, unless the conviction is for a forcible felony or specific theft-related felonies
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Defines "towing-storage operator" and limits allowable fees to those authorized by local ordinance, government contract, DHSMV rule, written agreement with the vehicle/vessel owner, lien release administrative fees, or county/municipality administrative charges
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Shortens the deadline for sending lien notices from 7 to 4 business days after storage, extends the sale waiting period for vehicles 3 years old or less from 50 to 65 days, and increases the required newspaper publication notice from 10 to 20 days before sale
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Requires towing-storage operators to allow vehicle inspections within 30 minutes of arrival during business hours, accept at least two forms of payment (cash, card, or electronic), retain records for at least 3 years, and limits identity verification to one form of government photo ID
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Amends self-service storage facility laws to require rental agreements to allow tenants to designate an alternate contact person, establishes detailed lien notice requirements for vehicles/vessels in storage units, and allows lienholders to obtain release of vehicles by posting a bond with the clerk of court
Legislative Description
Towing and Storage
Last Action
Died on Calendar
5/5/2023