In the event that your automobile is impounded and you are seeking to obtain its release, you must 1st come to the South Gate Police Department to obtain a vehicle release form. The vehicle can be released only to the registered owner who must possess a valid California driver's license. The vehicle must be currently registered.

Regular impound releases are $121, vehicles impounded for Driving Under the Influence are $401. Only cash is accepted for impound fees. After you obtain the vehicle release, you will be directed to the towing company that has stored your vehicle. The tow yard will charge it's own storage fees. Photo identification is required and a person with a valid drivers license must be present.

Tow Companies
The following towing companies are used in rotation:

• Mr. C's
  4421 Mason Street
  South Gate, CA 90280
  Phone: 323-249-0575
• HP Tow
  7300 Roseberry Avenue
  Huntington Park, CA 90255
  Phone: 323-583-1831

California DMVs Close to South Gate

• Bell Gardens DMV
  6801 S Garfield
  Bell, CA 90201
  Phone: 800-777-0133
• Compton DMV
  2111 S Santa Fe Avenue
  Compton, CA 90221
  Phone: 800-777-0133
• Bellflower DMV
  9520 E Artesia Boulevard
  Bellflower, CA 90706
  Phone 800-777-0133
• Montebello DMV
  424 N Wilcox Avenue
  Montebello, CA 90640
  Phone: 800-777-0133
• Los Angeles DMV
  3615 S Hope Street
  Los Angeles, CA 90007
  Phone: 800-777-0133

Access the California DMV for more information.