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Info: the confiscation / seizure of the vehicle!

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Info: the confiscation / seizure of the vehicle!

The following article provides information on the subject of "seizure/seizure of vehicles". When does ownership protection for a car take effect and who pays for it? Some people are shocked when they experience it. Your own car is no longer in the parking lot. Was it stolen or perhaps towed away for illegal parking? Not necessarily, because it might be a police action. There are cases in which it is necessary for the police to arrest the car tow away or to ensure leaves. This is called property protection and this process is usually performed for the vehicle owner.

When can the police secure the vehicle?

Info: the confiscation / seizure of the vehicle!

As soon as a vehicle jeopardize public safety or there is a risk of theft, the police can take the car to ensure. A window that is too wide open and valuables visible can be enough to justify the seizure. After all, a burglary in this case is very likely. And is roadworthiness through technical deficiencies to question, there is also a reason for the seizure. An example can Worn tires or a defective brake system, but alternatively also a illegal tuning, which directly affects the road safety of the vehicle. Rubbing wheels in the wheel housing due to excessive lowering would be one such reason. Also by public exposure to dangerous substances, such as leaking liquids, can cause a seizure. And of course vehicles are also secured that gestohlen were or in connection with a criminal offense to stand.

When is a guarantee inadmissible?

one in summer slightly open Window is not a reason for securing! Even if the vehicle is not locked. First by one Case-by-case examination in relation to a possible theft, this can be justified. Having said that, a backup is more like that Stopgap. If damage or a hazard can be averted in some other way, it is a security unjustifiable. The police could, among other things, close the window (if it is a vehicle with a window crank) or visit the owner and ask him to lock the car. Was the vehicle secured by the police, then you get the information about the location of the vehicle and the reason for the seizure under the official number 110.

Who incurs costs – where is a seized car kept?

normally carries the car owner the costs for securing and storing in the custodian. There is however no lump sum, since they are calculated according to the time required. It is currently the case that the cost regulation for the security is calculated after every half hour. Placing the vehicle in an official parking or storage area additional costs. Based on a rough estimation of the costs in total, fees of 200 to 300 € develop. These costs are variable and only a guide without guarantee or claim to accuracy. Please inquire about the costs for your individual case.

Info: the confiscation / seizure of the vehicle!

More reasons to make sure!

Are there serious or significant traffic violations, such as participating in a street racing or the unlawful use of Disabled parking spaces (Violation of Section 12 Paragraph 3 Number 8 e of the Road Traffic Act StVO), then in many cases a backup can also be made. And also at Driving without a license under "severe" conditions or at rough speeding violations According to current case law, it is justifiable in many cases to seize or confiscate the vehicle and vehicle key. This is intended to prevent the risk of further inspection of traffic violations and the associated disruption of public safety. And an often existing one subcase is the chargeable security due vehicles parked in a way that contravenes traffic.

FAQs on the subject of confiscation / seizure of the vehicle:

  • When is a vehicle impounded?
    - if there is a danger to public safety that cannot be averted by other measures
  • What happens to the confiscated vehicles?
    – the car can be confiscated and confiscated according to § 315f StGB
  • Can the police confiscate my car directly?
    - the police can confiscate a motor vehicle if the driver does not have the required driving license and there are indications that he will continue to drive the vehicle without a license
  • How long can the police confiscate a vehicle?
    - normally a seizure or confiscation is maintained until the final conclusion of the proceedings
  • Where are confiscated vehicles auctioned off?
    – often in a customs auction. Customs regularly organizes public auctions for this purpose. Confiscated and seized vehicles can be purchased there
  • What can be done against the confiscation?
    – Anyone who wants to take action against the confiscation can object to it and file a complaint with the court
Info: the confiscation / seizure of the vehicle!
Photo: Dortmund Police

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