Nevada Revised Statutes Section 487.270 - Public Safety - Vehicles - Watercraft

Lien on abandoned vehicle.

1. Whenever a vehicle has been removed to a garage or other place as provided by NRS 487.230, the owner of the garage or the automobile wrecker who towed the vehicle has a lien on the vehicle for the costs of towing and storing for a period not exceeding 90 days.

2. If the vehicle is appraised at a value of $500 or less and is not reclaimed within the period prescribed in NRS 487.250, the owner of the garage or automobile wrecker may satisfy his lien by retaining the vehicle and obtaining a certificate pursuant to NRS 487.880, if applicable, or a salvage title as provided in NRS 487.810.

3. If the vehicle is appraised at a value of more than $500 and is not reclaimed within 45 days, the owner of the garage or automobile wrecker may satisfy his lien, in accordance with the provisions of NRS 108.265 to 108.360, inclusive. Before such a person may sell the vehicle, he shall obtain a certificate pursuant to NRS 487.880, if applicable, or a salvage title as provided in NRS 487.810.

Last modified: February 25, 2006