MI HB5147

Requires towing agencies to obtain annual licenses from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and maintain valid registration to operate in Michigan

Mandates towing agencies provide written disclosures to vehicle owners before towing, including business information, storage location, all fees, and customer rights; failure to comply prohibits the agency from collecting any compensation

Requires itemized invoices documenting vehicle condition, damage, and all charges; records must be maintained for 5 years and made available to LARA within 3 business days upon request

Establishes penalties including fines up to $1,000 for first violations and $5,000 for second violations, license suspension or revocation, and misdemeanor charges with up to 90 days imprisonment for licensing/disclosure violations

Creates police agency tow rotation list requirements, prohibits towing companies from soliciting business at accident scenes with $1,000 civil fines for violations, and allows vehicle owners to choose their own towing company in most circumstances