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Towing Laws in North Dakota

Max tow: No statewide capMax storage: $50/day (up to 20,000 lbs)
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Know your rights: towing regulations, maximum fees, and consumer protections in North Dakota (ND).

Max Tow Fee

No statewide cap

Max Storage Fee

$50/day (vehicles under 20,000 lbs GVW; NDCC 23.1-15-06)

Signage Required

No

Police Notification

Required

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Key Towing Laws in North Dakota

NDCC Chapter 39-26

North Dakota Century Code governing vehicle towing and abandoned vehicle procedures.

Winter Storm Towing

Special rules may apply during winter storms and blizzard conditions.

Private Property Authorization

Property owners must authorize non-consensual tows.

Abandoned Vehicle Procedures

Defined process for handling vehicles left unclaimed in North Dakota.

Notification & Signage Requirements

Police Notification

Law enforcement notification required for non-consensual tows.

Signage Requirements

No statewide sign rule; a towing service may remove a car from private property at the owner's or occupant's request. Cities may add rules.

Your Rights in North Dakota

  • Right to notification of tow
  • Right to reclaim your car within thirty days of the tow notice by paying towing and storage charges (NDCC 23.1-15-06)
  • Right to get your car back free, with no storage fee, if the tower skipped the required law enforcement notice (NDCC 23.1-15-05)
  • Right to dispute charges
  • Right to file AG complaints

How to File a Complaint in North Dakota

Complaint Agency

If you believe you were unfairly towed or overcharged, file a complaint with:

North Dakota Attorney General Consumer Protection Division

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Steps to File a Complaint:

  1. Document everything: take photos of signage, your parking location, vehicle condition, and all receipts.
  2. Note the date, time, tow company name, driver name, and truck number if available.
  3. To file a formal complaint, contact the North Dakota Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
  4. Consider filing in small claims court if you believe you are owed money for an illegal or improper tow.

Official Sources & Legal References

The fees and rules on this page are drawn from these primary sources - official statutes, administrative codes, and state regulator schedules. We link them so you can verify every figure yourself.

Regulated by North Dakota Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.

Last reviewed by Daniel Richardson against North Dakota's official state statutes and regulator schedules.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are towing rates regulated in North Dakota?
North Dakota does not regulate towing rates at the state level. Market competition determines pricing. Get written estimates for all consensual towing services.
Can my car be towed during a blizzard in North Dakota?
During winter storms, cities may declare snow emergencies requiring vehicles to be moved from certain streets. Vehicles in violation may be towed. Check local emergency declarations.
How do I find my towed car in North Dakota?
Contact local law enforcement in the area where your vehicle was parked. They track reported tows and can direct you to the correct facility.

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