Most people know that the police can seize and sell assets involved in major drug crimes, such as cars, boats, and houses. But did you know that the police can also impound or seize your car if you are caught driving under the influence?

If you are ever arrested for DUI, you will take a back-seat ride in a squad car to the police station. Then, unless there was a sober passenger in the car who can drive the car home, the police will call a local towing company to pick up the vehicle and take it to their storage lot.

Impoundment of Your Car

If your car is towed following a DUI arrest, you can usually get it back by going to the towing company lot and paying the accrued towing and storage fees. However, some counties (including Will County and DuPage County) and cities also charge an administrative fee to help cover their cost of dealing with the towing company, typically in the range of $300 to $500. You must show proof that this fee has been paid in order to get your vehicle back.