Briscoe County Vehicle Impound Guide
Impound Cost Calculator — Briscoe County, Texas
Calculate how much it will cost to retrieve your vehicle from the impound lot.
*Estimated fees shown. Actual fees in Briscoe 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 Briscoe 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 Briscoe 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
Find Impound Lots in Briscoe County
Call Before You Go
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)
Silverton Oil Company Inc. may serve as the de facto impound for Briscoe County Sheriff's arrests. Fiscal records show the county pays Silverton Oil for fuel and potentially other services.
Vehicle Impound in Briscoe County: What to Expect
Getting your vehicle back after a DWI arrest in Briscoe County can be challenging due to the county's rural nature and limited infrastructure. Unlike larger cities with established impound lots, Briscoe County's system is more informal and relies on private entities.
Primary Impound Facility
While not officially designated, Silverton Oil Company Inc. is suspected to be the primary impound location for vehicles seized by the Briscoe County Sheriff’s Office.
Silverton Oil Company Inc.
- Address: Unavailable
- Phone: Unavailable
- Hours: Likely limited to standard business hours, possibly closed weekends.
It's critical to confirm if your vehicle has been towed there before attempting retrieval. Contact the Briscoe County Sheriff’s Office at 806-823-2131 to inquire about the location of your vehicle. Keep in mind their published office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Out-of-Area Towing
If Silverton Oil is unavailable, your vehicle might be towed to a facility in a neighboring county. Be prepared for the possibility of dealing with towing companies from Plainview or Tulia.
Potential out-of-area towing companies:
- Wilson Wrecker Service (Plainview): 806-296-2026
- K3 Towing (Vega/Friona, serves Tulia): Unavailable
Fees and Payment
Be aware that small rural operators like Silverton Oil may only accept cash for impound fees, which can range from $200 to $400. Confirm the accepted payment methods with the towing company directly.
Weekend/Holiday Retrieval
Retrieving your vehicle on weekends or holidays is likely to be more difficult. Silverton Oil may be closed outside of standard business hours. Plan accordingly and contact the Sheriff’s Office or the towing company in advance to understand their procedures for after-hours releases.
Before heading to Silverton Oil, confirm the vehicle's location with the Briscoe County Sheriff’s Office at 806-823-2131 during business hours.
Sources
Texas Transportation Code
Briscoe County Towing Regulations
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
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