(a) If in the opinion of the officer the market value of the abandoned vehicle or parts is at least:(1) one thousand dollars ($1,000); or(2) in a municipality that has adopted an ordinance under section 13(b) of this chapter, the amount established by the ordinance;the officer, before placing a notice tag on the vehicle or parts, shall make a reasonable effort to ascertain the person who owns the vehicle or parts or who may be in control of the vehicle or parts.(b) After seventy-two (72) hours, the officer shall require the vehicle or parts to be towed to a storage yard or towing service.[Pre-1991 Recodification Citation: 9-9-1.1-5(d).]As added by P.L.2-1991, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.92-1997, SEC.3; P.L.104-2005, SEC.5; P.L.125-2012, SEC.121.
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