The California Vehicle Tow and Storage Board (VT&SB) regulates towing companies in California.
What is VT&SB?
The VT&SB is a state agency that is responsible for licensing and regulating tow truck operators, tow companies, and vehicle storage facilities. The VT&SB also investigates complaints about towing companies and enforces the California Vehicle Code, which is the law that governs towing in California.
The VT&SB provides a number of services to the public, including:
Issuing towing permits: All tow truck operators, tow companies, and vehicle storage facilities must obtain a permit from the VT&SB in order to operate in California.
Investigating complaints: The VT&SB investigates complaints about towing companies, including complaints about excessive fees, unauthorized towing, and damage to vehicles.
Enforcing the Vehicle Code: The VT&SB enforces the California Vehicle Code, which is the law that governs towing in California. This includes enforcing the regulations on towing fees, notice requirements, and vehicle storage.
Providing information to the public: The VT&SB provides information to the public about their rights when their vehicle is towed, and how to file a complaint with the VT&SB.