Abandoned vehicles in Memphis are addressed in the Housing Code Article 9. A vehicle is abandoned when the owner has relinquished control, or when it is wrecked, partially dismantled, or inoperable for 10 days. State law TCA §55-16-103 (48 hrs on public property if illegally parked) also applies.
Memphis Code and state TCA 55-16-103 define abandoned vehicles. On public property: 48 hrs if illegal; 3 days if obviously inoperable; 10 days if >4 years old. On private property: 48 hrs without consent (TCA 55-16-104). Report to Code Enforcement at (901) 636-7464. Abandoned-vehicle complaints in Memphis are investigated by the police or code enforcement. Typical criteria include expired registration over 60 days, flat tires, or a vehicle not moving for 72+ hours on a public street. After posted notice, the vehicle is towed and may be sold at auction if unclaimed. Owners face towing and storage fees. Report via Memphis 311 at 3-1-1 or (901) 636-6500.
Notice period typically 72 hours to 10 days. Towing and storage at owner expense ($150 to $500+). Additional fines for repeat violations.
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