Fullerton enforces California Vehicle Code provisions and local code against abandoned and inoperable vehicles on public streets and private property. Vehicles parked in the same spot for 72+ hours or stored in a state of disrepair are subject to citation and removal.
Under California Vehicle Code Section 22669 and FMC provisions, the Fullerton Police Department enforces abandoned vehicle regulations. A vehicle is considered abandoned if it has been parked on a public street for 72 or more consecutive hours without being moved. Inoperable vehicles — those lacking current registration, missing major components, or in a state of obvious disrepair — are also subject to enforcement on private property under FMC nuisance provisions. Code Enforcement addresses inoperable vehicles on private property that are visible from public view, as they constitute property blight. Vehicles reported as abandoned receive a 72-hour notice before towing. The city contracts with authorized tow companies for vehicle removal. Vehicle owners may reclaim towed vehicles by paying towing and storage fees. Junk vehicles on private property may be abated through the city's nuisance process.
Abandoned vehicles on public streets receive 72-hour warning notices before towing. Towing and storage fees apply. Inoperable vehicles on private property may result in code violation notices, administrative fines, and forced abatement.
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