For vehicle impound information please call 830-783-9038 seven days a week 9:00 am -5:00 pm. Impound fees are $230 within the first 24 hours (Impound storage $130 & Tow Fee is $100) plus a Daily fee of $20 per day after first 24 hours. A certified letter of abandonment will be sent after 4th day adding a $25 fee to the amount (Certified Letter will be sent to the address on the registration and the lien holder, if applicable) method of Payment: EXACT CASH, Cashier's Check, Money Order, (debit or Credit card with a 5% fee)
For the vehicle to be released from the impound the following 4 are required:
1. Valid Driver's License,
2. current Insurance Binder,
3. Current vehicle registration,
4. The registered owner MUST be Present in order to remove a vehicle from the impound yard Or a notarized letter from the registered owner authorizing a person to take custody of an impounded vehicle.
If a vehicle cannot be driven out of the impound yard legally and/or safely, a tow service or a trailer/dolly, that can support the vehicle’s weight may be used. No chains/straps or ropes will be allowed.
The City of Poteet is not responsible for items left in your vehicle.