Tow operators in Tacoma must hold a Washington Registered Tow Truck Operator certificate, a Tacoma business license, and follow state-set non-consensual towing rates, signage rules, and notice requirements under RCW 46.55.
Tacoma tow companies register as Registered Tow Truck Operators with the Washington State Patrol under RCW 46.55, which sets safety, insurance, equipment, and driver-background standards. Tacoma further requires a city business license under TMC Chapter 6B and approves operators on the Tacoma Police Department rotation list for police-impound work. Non-consensual private-property impounds require posted signage with rates and 24-hour reclaim phone numbers, and operators must release vehicles within posted hours. The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission and the Attorney General review excessive towing complaints.
Towing without proper signage, charging above filed rates, or refusing reclaim during posted hours can lead to license suspension, refunds to vehicle owners, and removal from the Tacoma Police rotation list.
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