The officer in charge at the collision scene or at the location of a disabled vehicle on a public roadway may, if the safety of the public requires it or if otherwise authorized under Tex. Transp. Code § 545.305, as amended, take steps as needed to insure public safety, including but not limited to:
(A) Directing that any vehicle be taken to impound lots owned or used by the city;
(B) Directing that any vehicle be delivered to a specific location authorized by Tex. Transp. Code § 545.305, as amended; or
(C) Excluding any person from the investigation area who in the opinion of the officer may hinder an investigation.
(Ord. O-2006-005, passed 4-25-06)