Towing ord:Carrasco"pot at the end of the rainbow"

[gmg77]

officer followed the letter of the law, which is what we as citizens expect them (police officers) to do. I believe that this lawsuit is less about the action or in-action of police officers but rather the city using an ordinance as a means of revenue generation

I know for a fact not every officer invokes a tow ordinance for expired license/registration I have family members who got a "warning". The case is very specific in the fact that the vehicle owner had proof of insurance and a valid license and could have taken the vehicle. The problem with these tow laws are they have become a way to punish people. When the only driver is drunk, unlicensed or the car is a danger to public safety I think the state has strong evidence to impound. If a valid driver can take control of the vehicle and no public safety is at risk why shouldn't that be allowed.

Its not just Waukegan who use towing as a punishment. Hopefully our 4th amendment rights are protected in future versions of this ordinance. Maybe incorporate something similar to this.

The decision to impound an automobile, unless it is supported by probable cause of criminal activity, is only valid if the arrestee is otherwise unable to provide for the speedy and efficient removal of the car from public thoroughfares or parking lots.

http://bulk.resource.org/courts.gov/c/F3...-1768.html