Get Your Impounded Car Released Anywhere in NYC

Same-day vehicle release service. We handle everything on your behalf—legal, licensed, and fully insured. No need to visit the pound.

All 5 Boroughs
Licensed & Insured
Secure Online Process

Start Your Vehicle Release

Questions? Contact 24/7 Support

How It Works

A fully remote, NYC-compliant process that gets your vehicle back without you ever visiting the pound.

1

Request Pickup

Enter your plate number and contact information. We will locate your vehicle and start the process immediately.

2

Verify Identity & Vehicle

Upload your driver license, registration, and insurance. Confirm the original registration is in your car at the pound.

3

Remote Notarization

Complete a secure online notarization session. This authorizes us to act on your behalf with NYPD.

4

Keys Pickup

Our licensed agent coordinates a convenient time and place to collect your keys.

5

Pound Retrieval

We handle the queue, paperwork, and payment at the NYPD pound. Fully compliant with all ID and release requirements.

6

Vehicle Delivery

Your car is delivered to your chosen address within the 5 boroughs. Receive photos and confirmation on drop-off.

Why This Service Is Needed

Getting your car out of an NYPD pound is a complex, time-consuming process with strict requirements that many owners cannot meet on their own.

Strict ID and documentation requirements at NYPD pounds
Complex and inconsistent remote authorization rules
Limited pound hours with extremely long wait times
Many owners unable to visit in person due to work, travel, or mobility issues

Our Solution

We transform a stressful, all-day errand into a guided, mostly online process.

Same-day retrieval in most cases
Predictable, transparent pricing
Clear, fast timeline from start to finish
No need to take time off work or wait in lines

NYC-Wide Coverage

Available anywhere in the 5 boroughs of New York City

Manhattan

Brooklyn

Queens

The Bronx

Staten Island

Service Coverage Details

  • All NYPD tow pounds throughout the five boroughs
  • Vehicle delivery available to any address within NYC limits

Document & Eligibility Requirements

Make sure you have these documents ready before starting your release

Required Information

  • Vehicle plate number and registration state
  • Name and contact details of registered owner
  • Valid driver license (photo upload)
  • Vehicle registration or title (photo upload)
  • Proof of vehicle insurance (photo upload)
  • Confirmation that original registration is in the vehicle

Special Cases

Business or Leased Vehicles

Additional documentation from the registered business or leasing company may be required.

Owner Outside NYC/USA

Remote notarization available for owners currently outside the area or country.

Missing or Expired Registration

Contact us to discuss your specific situation—we may still be able to help.

Compliance Note: All releases require proper ID verification and notarized authorization as mandated by NYPD regulations.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. No surprises. Just straightforward pricing you can trust.

Service Fee
$499
Flat rate for the entire release process
  • Identity verification and document processing
  • Remote online notarization coordination
  • Keys pickup from your location
  • Licensed agent handles all pound procedures
  • Vehicle delivery to your NYC address
  • Full insurance coverage during transport

Government Fees (At Cost)

NYPD tow, impound, and storage fees are paid directly by you at cost—we never mark them up.

All receipts and paperwork provided

$900 Payment Hold

A temporary authorization of $900 is placed during delivery to cover variable fees.

Unused amount automatically released

Example Total Cost

Regular tow fee*:$185.00
Overnight Storage fee (1 day)*:$20.00
Service Fee:$499.00
Total:$704.00

*Government fees vary based on circumstances and duration of impound

All payments processed securely

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our service

Compliance, Insurance & Legal

Licensed & Compliant Operations

We operate strictly within NYC and NYPD tow pound regulations. We only act with proper written, notarized authorization from the registered vehicle owner.

Fully Insured Agents

All retrieval agents are fully insured to drive customer vehicles. Coverage applies during transport from pound to delivery location.

Important Disclaimers

  • ImpoundRelease.nyc is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or representation
  • Final release decisions are made by NYPD and the tow pound, not by ImpoundRelease.nyc
  • Customers are responsible for ensuring all provided information is accurate and complete

24/7 Support

Questions about your release? Our support team is here to help around the clock during active retrievals.

Live Chat
Available during business hours

Fast Response Times

We prioritize responsiveness during active retrievals to keep you informed every step of the way.