HI HB1747

Authorizes police officers to tow and impound vehicles at the owner's expense when the driver is arrested or cited for operating under the influence of an intoxicant (section 291E-61) or operating after consuming a measurable amount of alcohol as a person under age 21 (section 291E-64), if the officer believes the person is likely to drive under the influence again after release.

Prohibits towing when the vehicle is parked at the owner's residence (with permission), when a licensed passenger is willing to drive, when parked safely without traffic impact, or when the vehicle is being used for consensual non-criminal police encounters.

Requires towing companies to notify the registered owner and lien holder by registered or certified mail within 20 days of the tow, including maximum charges allowed by law and information about recovery options.

Grants registered owners and lien holders the right to request an administrative hearing within 10 days of receiving notice to contest whether the impoundment was legally justified, with the hearing to be held within 5 working days.

Establishes that vehicles deemed abandoned after 30 days may be sold or disposed of as junk, with any proceeds after towing and storage costs going to the owner or lien holder, or held by the state for one year if the owner cannot be found.