(a) An incident management towing permit is required for a tow truck used to perform any nonconsent tow initiated by a peace officer, including a tow allowed under §545.3051, Transportation Code. (b) To be eligible for an incident management towing permit, an applicant must: (1) submit a completed application on a department-approved form; (2) pay the fee required under §86.800; (3) verify that the tow truck is equipped to tow light-duty or heavy-duty vehicles according to the manufacturer's guidelines. (4) provide proof of insurance required under §86.400; and (5) successfully pass a criminal background check. (c) An incident management towing permit may also be used for private property towing and consent towing. |