(A) All police officers are empowered to authorize the impoundment of a vehicle violating vehicle-related ordinances once a second citation has been issued.
(B) A vehicle slated for impoundment will be tagged and placed under control of the Police Department. Should a vehicle be moved without the consent and approval of the Police Department, a warrant shall be issued immediately for the violator’s arrest.
(C) All fines, fees and charges must be paid in full before a release of impoundment can be issued for the vehicle’s release.
(D) In addition to any other enforcement provisions in this traffic code, all police officers are empowered to authorize the towing and impoundment of vehicles parked in violation of restrictions at intersections when appropriate signage is erected indicating that such areas are “tow zones”, “tow away zones” or other such language giving notification that vehicles inappropriately parked are subject to removal.
(1997 Code, § 72.20) (Ord. 12-1-16, passed 1-4-2017)