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Can I remove a car parked on my property for four months?

Can I remove a car parked on my property for four months?

Q: How long can a car sit on someone else's property?

In Alaska, a vehicle can be considered abandoned if it has been parked on private property for more than 24 hours without the owner's consent. After this period, you may take steps to have it removed.

Q: What to do if someone won't move their car off your property?

If someone refuses to move their car from your property, you should first ask them to remove it. If they do not comply, you can contact local law enforcement to report the vehicle as abandoned and request its removal.

Q: How long until a vehicle is considered abandoned on private property?

In Alaska, a vehicle is considered abandoned if it has been parked on private property for more than 24 hours without the owner's consent. You can then take steps to have it removed.

Q: What is the CA law on abandoned vehicles?

In California, a vehicle is considered abandoned if it has been left on private property without permission for more than 72 hours. Property owners can report the vehicle to local authorities for removal. Always check local regulations for specific procedures.

Full question:

Somebody parked a car on my property. Nobody came to take the car for the last 4 months. Can we consider the car as abandoned? How can we remove it?

Category: Abandoned Property
Subcategory: Vehicles
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Alaska

Answer:

Yes, the car can be considered abandoned. According to Alaska law, a vehicle parked on private property for more than 24 hours without the owner's consent may be treated as abandoned. You can request its removal by a peace officer or an authorized employee from the state or municipality.

To remove the vehicle, you need to submit a written request on a form prescribed by the department. A peace officer or authorized employee will then remove the vehicle and provide a report detailing the removal.

If the vehicle has been on your property for six months, you may also claim ownership. You must notify the vehicle's registered owner and any lienholders, stating where the vehicle is located and how long it has been abandoned. If it is not reclaimed within 30 days, the title to the vehicle may transfer to you.

For further details, you can refer to Alaska Stat. § 28.11.010 and related statutes.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

Can you call the police for someone parking on your property?

Yes, you can call the police if someone parks on your property without permission. They can assist in determining if the vehicle is abandoned or if it can be legally removed. In many cases, law enforcement can help facilitate the removal process.