Can the towing company sue the owner of the car, and / or report the debt to the credit bureau?

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Can the towing company sue the owner of the car, and / or report the debt to the credit bureau?

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What are the laws in California?

Can the towing company sue the owner of the car, and / or report the debt to
the credit bureau?

Asked on October 17, 2018 under General Practice, California

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 5 years ago | Contributor

If the towing company is not paid, they have the same rights that any business would have if not paid: they may sue the vehicle's owner for the towing, storage, etc. charges, or report the bad debt to the credit-rating agencies.


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