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Sponsor says SB304 would shield lienholders from towing/storage liability

Senate Judiciary Committee · March 11, 2026
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Sen. Lang told the Senate Judiciary Committee SB304 would prevent towing firms from holding lienholders responsible for excessive towing and storage fees when a registered owner does not reclaim a vehicle; members asked about notice timing and sale proceeds.

Senate Bill 304 would bar towing firms that tow for law enforcement from holding lienholders responsible for towing and storage charges if the lienholder does not reclaim the vehicle within the statutory notice period, sponsor testimony said.

Senator Lang, offering sponsor testimony, said an interpretation of Ohio’s towing law has allowed towers to pursue both the registered owner and the lienholder…

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