A Texas law effective September 1, 2025, converts many formerly discretionary police impound decisions into mandatory ones for repeat unlicensed drivers, according to analysis by The Walters Firm. VSF operators receiving these vehicles must track expanded documentation requirements and comply with a 14-day hearing-request window for owners contesting the tow.
Operator takeaway
Audit your intake process — mandatory impounds generate storage revenue but demand tighter paperwork to survive a hearing challenge.