towing defenseUnited States · Rhode Island (Statewide)Difficulty: Moderate
Improper Tow Under RIGL §31-22-11 / §31-22-7
RIGL §31-22-11 governs towing from public ways with strict notice requirements; §31-22-7 governs tow operator licensing. The Division of Public Utilities and Carriers (DPUC) regulates tow rates. Excessive charges, unlicensed operator, no itemized receipt, or charges exceeding the DPUC tariff void the tow charge.
Legal basis
RIGL §31-22-11; §31-22-7; RIGL §39-12-1 et seq. (DPUC tow rate authority)
Sample appeal wording
RI Division of Public Utilities and Carriers — Consumer Complaint Re: Tow of plate [PLATE] on [DATE] The tow violated RIGL §31-22-11 and DPUC tariff in the following respects: [ ] Charges exceeded DPUC tariff (tariff page enclosed) [ ] Operator not licensed under §31-22-7 [ ] No itemized receipt [ ] Hook fee charged twice Demand: refund $[OVERCHARGE]; DPUC investigation requested. [NAME]
Replace [PARKING DATE], [NtK DATE] etc. with your own dates before sending.
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- RIGL §31-22-11, §31-22-7
- DPUC tow rate tariff — ripuc.ri.gov
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