§ 90.37 VALUE OF VEHICLE; DISPOSITION.
   (A)   If, in the opinion of the officer, the market value of the abandoned vehicle or parts is less than $750, the officer shall immediately dispose of the vehicle or parts to an automobile scrapyard. A copy of the abandoned vehicle report and photograph’s relating to the abandoned vehicle shall be forwarded to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The Police Department shall retain the original records and photographs for at least two years.
   (B)   If, in the opinion of the officer, the market value of the abandoned vehicle or parts is $750 or more, the officer, before placing a notice tag on the vehicle or parts, shall make a reasonable effort to ascertain the owner or person who may be in control of the vehicle or parts. After 72 hours, the officer shall require the vehicle or parts to be towed to a storage area.
(Ord. 2017-1, passed 5-16-2017)