Abandoned and junk vehicles are governed statewide by Minn. Stat. Ch. 168B. Government units and police may take into custody and impound any abandoned or junk vehicle. Report abandoned vehicles to your city police or code enforcement.
Minnesota's Abandoned Vehicle Act, Minn. Stat. Ch. 168B, applies across Dakota County. A vehicle is 'abandoned' if it sits illegally over 48 hours on public property (or four hours when posted), or on private property without consent, and lacks vital component parts or is inoperable. A 'junk vehicle' is three-plus years old, extensively damaged, inoperable, unregistered, and worth only scrap value. Under 168B.04, units of government and peace officers may impound such vehicles. Your city police or code enforcement handles reports and towing; unincorporated matters go to the county sheriff.
Impounded vehicles are held then may be sold or scrapped after notice. Owners are liable for towing and storage costs. Local nuisance-vehicle fines may also apply.
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