• Driving without a license
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (DUI)
• Vehicle was involved in a crime
• Parking in a Tow-Away Zone
• Blocking Traffic
• Other Violations of the Illinois Vehicle Code

1) Arrive at BPD's lobby and pay the listed impound fee.

• The release fee for unlawful parking or blocking of a roadway is $10.00
•  The fees for all other offenses is $410.00

* Payment is accepted at the Bloomington Police Department Lobby, located at 305 S. East St. Only cash payments are accepted, and it must be exact change. This service is available 24/7.

2) Obtain a tow release slip.

• You must show proof of ownership of vehicle at BPD.
•  DUI arrests will have a mandatory and temporary hold on the vehicle.

3) Take the release form to the contracted tow company.

• Additional tow and storage fees may apply.

Joes Towing and Recovery
2233 Springfield Road
Bloomington, IL 61701

Hours:
24 hours, 7 days a week

Phone:
309-829-2123

A Vehicle Tow Hearing Notice will be set 21 days or more, but less than 45 days, from the date of impoundment.

 SOP 1.09 - TOWING PROCEDURE AND SERVICE