Falsely accused of Interference with a Parking Immobilization Device in Greeley, Colorado? You will need to hire a defense attorney who understands the Greeley Municipal Courts. A new device to immobilize cars is coming on the market. “The Boot” is the device most towns use, however in this article “The Barnacle” may now be the newest device used for parking violations. “The Barnacle” as it was named is placed on a car’s windshield instead of the wheel. If you find yourself being accused of removing one of these devices, call the O’Malley Law Office today to have any questions answered.
What is the Definition of Interference with a Parking Immobilization Device in Greeley, Colorado G.M.C. -10.28.051?
The definition of – Greeley Municipal Code 10.28.051 – Interfering with a Parking Immobilization Device is:
In Greeley, Colorado What is a Parking Immobilization Device?
A Parking Immobilization Device, in Greeley, is a device that renders a car unusable. As stated in the above article, a “Boot” is most often used. It is a device that is attached to a car’s wheel that makes the car undrivable. The newest device is named “The Barnacle.” It is suctioned to the windshield of a car and alarms if an attempt is made to remove it.
In Greeley, Colorado, When is a Parking Immobilization Device Placed on a Car?
According to Greeley Municipal Code – 1.34.050 – Immobilization Authority, a Parking Immobilization Device is placed on a car or truck:
When a driver, owner or person in charge of a vehicle has failed to respond to a Citation issued pursuant to this Code and has also failed to respond to an additional notice sent to the registered owner. Parking Enforcement Officers are authorized to immobilize such vehicle for a period of seventy-two (72) hours by installing on or attaching to such vehicle a device designed to restrict the normal movement of such vehicle.
What is the Law in Greeley City Court for When Your Car Can be Towed?
Following immobilization of a vehicle, the Greeley Parking Enforcement Officer shall conspicuously affix to such vehicle a notice in writing on a form provided by the Parking Services Office. The form advises the owner, driver or person in charge of such vehicle, that such vehicle has been immobilized by the City of Greeley for violation of one or more of the provisions of this Code, and that release from such immobilization may be obtained in a designated manner. It further states that unless arrangements are made for the release of such vehicle within seventy-two (72) hours, the vehicle will be impounded at the direction of the Parking Enforcement Officer. Finally, you are given notice that removing or attempting to remove the device before a release is obtained, is considered unlawful.
If the vehicle has remained immobilized for a period of seventy-two (72) hours and release has not been obtained, the Parking Enforcement Officer shall have the vehicle impounded pursuant to the provisions outlined in this Code.
Simply put, an immobilization device can be placed on a car if the owner has not responded to an original citation issued or additional notices. The device will be placed for 72 hours, and if the owner has not responded or made arrangements to pay their fine, then the car will be impounded.
What is the Penalty and Sentence for Interfering with a Parking Immobilization Device in Greeley?
In Greeley, Colorado, the Municipal Code states that Interference with a Parking Immobilization Device is punishable as a misdemeanor. The minimum penalty for a class 1 misdemeanor traffic offenses in Colorado is 10 days in jail and/or a $300 fine. The maximum penalty for class 1 misdemeanor traffic offenses in Greeley, Colorado is 12 months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine.
If you have been accused of Interfering with a Parking Immobilization Device, you will need the help of an experienced traffic lawyer from the O’Malley Law Office. Call 970-616-6009 to consult with our experienced traffic crimes lawyers in the Greeley and Weld County area today. Together, we can protect your future.
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