Broomfield County Vehicle Impound Guide
Impound Cost Calculator — Broomfield County, Colorado
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*Estimated fees shown. Actual fees in Broomfield County may vary. Contact the impound lot directly for exact costs.
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The First 48 Hours Are Critical
After a arrest in Broomfield County, your vehicle is likely towed to an impound lot. Storage fees accumulate daily, making time your biggest enemy.
What Happens Immediately After Arrest
- 1
Vehicle is towed (usually within 30 minutes of arrest)
- 2
Tow company notifies impound lot (charges start immediately)
- 3
Storage fees begin accruing daily in Broomfield County
- 4
Administrative fees added (varies by lot)
Documents You Need to Retrieve Your Vehicle
- Valid photo ID (driver's license or state ID)
- Vehicle registration or title
- Proof of insurance
- Payment for all fees (see calculator above)
- Release authorization (if not the registered owner)
Can Someone Else Pick Up My Car?
Yes, but they'll need:
- • Written authorization from the registered owner
- • Copy of owner's ID
- • Their own valid ID
- • Proof of insurance in their name or the owner's name
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Verify your vehicle is at this lot and confirm the exact amount owed before making the trip. Hours and fees may change without notice.
The Impound “Poverty Trap”
Many people can't afford to get their car out immediately, but waiting only makes it worse.
Here's the vicious cycle:
Can't afford the first 3 days of storage + admin fees
Wait a week to save money → fees double
Can't get to work without car → lose income
Wait 2 weeks → fees triple or quadruple
After 30 days → Car may be auctioned by the lot
What You Can Do
- • Borrow money from family/friends (pay them back later, cheaper than daily fees)
- • Use a credit card (even with interest, cheaper than impound fees)
- • Sell non-essential items quickly
- • Ask your employer for an advance
- • Check if your auto insurance covers towing/storage (some policies do)
Marv’s Quality Towing Inc., located at 7257 W 116th Place, Broomfield, CO 80020, is the primary impound facility used by the Broomfield Police Department (BPD) for DUI-related vehicle impounds. This differs from counties like Denver or Adams, which utilize a rotation of towing operators.
Retrieving Your Vehicle from Marv's Quality Towing in Broomfield
If your vehicle was impounded following a DUI arrest in Broomfield, knowing the specific procedures for Marv’s Quality Towing is crucial. It is vital to go to the Broomfield location at 7257 W 116th Place, not their corporate headquarters at 6379 Valmont Rd, Boulder, CO 80301. Going to the Boulder location can add 2-3 hours to your travel time, and you risk missing the 6:00 PM closing time.
Hours of Operation:
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Closed: Saturday and Sunday
This creates a "Weekend Trap," especially for Friday night arrests, as you won't be able to retrieve your vehicle until Monday morning, incurring additional storage fees.
Payment Requirements: Cash Only
Marv’s Quality Towing operates on a strict CASH ONLY policy for impound releases. This can present a significant hurdle, especially if ATM withdrawal limits (typically $500–$1,000) are less than the total impound costs. You may need to visit a bank branch for a larger withdrawal. A Friday night arrest with Monday morning release typically costs between $450 and $600.
Required Documents for Release
To retrieve your vehicle, you'll need to present the following:
- Proof of Ownership: Current vehicle registration or clear title. If the registration is in the vehicle, you'll need to request a "property retrieval" visit.
- Valid Government Photo ID: Driver's License, Passport, or State ID. Note that if your driver's license was confiscated at the time of arrest and you were given a temporary paper permit ("Yellow Sheet"), you'll need a Passport or State ID to retrieve your vehicle. The paper permit is not accepted.
- Current Proof of Insurance: Must be valid on the date of release. Electronic proof on your phone is generally accepted, but a hard copy or fax from your insurance agent is needed if your phone is inaccessible.
- Broomfield Municipal Court Release Form: Only required if the vehicle was towed for unpaid parking tickets ("scofflaw").
Additionally, keep in mind that because your license is likely suspended upon arrest, Marv's Quality Towing requires that a licensed driver accompany you to drive the vehicle off the lot.
Police Hold on the Vehicle
If the DUI involved a felony charge (e.g., vehicular assault, eluding) or is under active investigation, the BPD may place a "hold" on the vehicle. In this case, Marv's Quality Towing cannot release the vehicle until the investigating detective lifts the hold. Contact BPD Records or the specific detective for updates; calling the tow yard will not expedite the process.
After-Hours Release Fee
While emergency towing is available 24/7, administrative release is not. Colorado regulations permit an "After Hours Release Fee" (capped at approximately $103.70). However, this option is discretionary for Marv's Quality Towing and may involve a lengthy wait for a driver to be dispatched.
Marv’s Quality Towing Inc. is located at 7257 W 116th Place, Broomfield, CO 80020.
Sources
Colorado Transportation Code
Broomfield County Towing Regulations
Colorado Department of Licensing and Regulation
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