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The Vehicle Impoundment Unit (VIU) is responsible for the impoundment of vehicles that are in violation of traffic regulations, blocking streets or abandoned in public areas. The VIU is also responsible for providing towing and impoundment services for vehicles identified as nuisances by Metro Inspections, Permits and Licenses and clearing streets after vehicular accidents. The unit stores vehicles involved in fatal accidents, arson investigations and other criminal activity.
Learn about the process when towed vehicles are taken to the impound lot.
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