City of Joliet, IL
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Emergency: 9-1-1
General
(815) 724-3100
Non-Emergency
(815) 726-2491
Towed Vehicle Release
A release form for vehicles that have been towed/impounded by the Joliet Police Department can be obtained from either station:
Joliet Police - Main Station
150 W Washington St, Joliet, IL 60432
Joliet Police Department - West Sub-Station
7196 Caton Farm Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586
Release Requirements:
- Vehicles are only released to the legal owner
- You must provide proof of ownership (title or current vehicle registration)
- Pay any applicable administrative fees,
- Have a driver’s license and proof of valid insurance (if towed for insurance violation)
- If legal owner is unlicensed, a notarized letter/affidavit signed by the legal owner and the person whom the legal owner is giving permission to release vehicle to is required
**All towing and storage fees are a separate expense and is paid directly to the tow company.**
Please note that our west sub station location only accepts exact CASH as payment. The main station accepts exact cash, credit/debit card, and certified cashier’s check.