Knox County Vehicle Impound Guide
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Calculate how much it will cost to retrieve your vehicle from Knox County Sheriff in Knox County, Texas.
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What comes next after a Texas DUI arrest
SR-22 insurance
A DUI in Texas often means an SR-22 must be filed before your license is reinstated.
Texas SR-22 guideDUI classes
Courts and the DMV usually require an approved alcohol education program in Texas.
DUI school guideIgnition interlock
Depending on your offense, Texas may require an interlock device to drive again.
Interlock guideThe First 48 Hours
After a DWI arrest in Knox County, your vehicle is likely towed to an impound lot. Storage fees accumulate daily, making time your biggest enemy.
Retrieval Timeline
- 1
Vehicle Towed
Usually within 30 minutes of your arrest.
- 2
Lot Notification
Fees and admin processing start immediately upon arrival.
- 3
Daily Accrual
Fees start at state averages in Knox County.
- 4
Final Notice
After 30 days, the lot may begin the auction process.
Required Documents
- Valid Photo ID (License or State ID)
- Vehicle Registration or Title
- Current Proof of Insurance
- Full Payment (Cash/Credit)
- Release Authorization (if not owner)
Owner Not Present?
If the registered owner is in custody, you will need a notarized power of attorney or specific written authorization and a copy of their ID to retrieve the vehicle.
Lot Details & Map
Current storage facility information for Knox County. Verify your vehicle's location before traveling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
J.D.'s Wrecker Service, based in Munday about 25 miles from Benjamin, handles most impounds originating from Knox County roadways and runs 24/7 dispatch for emergency towing, though administrative vehicle releases typically require coordination during standard business hours.
Retrieving an impounded vehicle requires a valid driver's license — meaning a defendant whose own license was confiscated at arrest needs a licensed driver to come with them — plus proof of ownership (registration or title) and proof of active insurance. If the arrested driver isn't the registered owner, only the registered owner or someone with notarized power of attorney can claim the vehicle.
If the arresting officer's paperwork didn't include the towing company's information, call the Knox County Sheriff's Office non-emergency line and reference the booking number to trace the vehicle's location. Daily storage fees — Texas averages run roughly $25 to $50 a day — compound quickly if the arrest happens over a holiday weekend, since administrative releases slow down outside business hours.
Need Help Beyond Impound?
If you're dealing with a recent arrest, here are immediate resources for release and legal help: