Vehicle Booting Regulations by State
Whether private property owners may boot vehicles, signage required before booting, and statutory caps on release fees.
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| Booting Allowed | Signage Required | Release-Fee Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Yes (local) | Yes | $50-$100 |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | $70 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Limited | Yes (CVC §22658.2) | $130 cap |
| Yes | Yes | $60 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | $60-$85 |
| Yes | Yes (OCGA §44-1-13) | $75 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes (625 ILCS 5/4-203) | $170 cap (Chi) |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | $100 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes (TR §21-10A) | $100 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | $100 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes (NRS §484B.450) | $100 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Banned (2019) | N/A | N/A |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes (local) | Yes | $135 cap (NYC) |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | $100 cap |
| Yes | Yes (ORS §98.853) | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes (TCA §62-13) | $75 cap |
| Yes | Yes (Occ §2308) | $125 cap |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes (VA §46.2-1232) | $25 (locality) |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable |
| Yes | Yes (DC §50-2421) | $75 cap |
New Jersey banned private booting outright in 2019. Most states require signage, licensure of booting companies, response-time limits (typically 30-60 minutes after payment), and dispute-resolution procedures. Municipal booting for unpaid parking tickets follows separate due process requirements.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.