If a peace officer arrests or cites the operator of an on or off-road vehicle for DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or of a boat for a BUI (Boating Under the Influence), the officer is required by Utah law to seize and impound the vehicle or boat.
DMV Offices In Utah You can visit any DMV office in the state for motor vehicle business. Please check the business hours below before visiting
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When a vehicle is lawfully towed, the registered owner is responsible for paying the towing, impound and storage fees, plus any additional fees required at the time of impound release.
Law enforcement officers may impound vehicles or vessels for abandonment, driving under the influence (DUI), improper, expired or no Utah registration, exhibition driving, or revoked registration due to lack of insurance and for other offenses such as drug-related crimes. The proper storage, accounting, release or sale of impounded vehicles/vessels is an important DMV function.
A summary of the common fees that are applicable for various vehicle transactions in Utah.
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