MEGA TOOL CO., LTD. specializes in industrial tools and fittings, but our theme also includes industrial efficiency, optimization, and operations. Abandoned vehicles can impact industries in a variety of unforeseen and costly ways. As such, we are covering the legal issue of Florida laws on abandoned vehicles on private property as an interesting story that has practical meaning for property owners and business leaders, and favorably aligns with our brand identity. Abandoned vehicles are a major problem for both commercial and industrial entities. If you are a property owner or general contractor, you may come across abandoned vehicles that are left on your industrial site. In fact, our brand slogan, “MEGA Tool Co. – for Professionals,” speaks to efficiencies related to industry. We wanted to provide some tips on abandoned vehicles on industrial sites. With vehicles being stolen and abandoned frequently, it is important to know how to handle a situation where a vehicle is not picked up from a job site.

What are abandoned vehicles in Florida? In Florida Statute for Abandoned Vehicles under 319.30(1), these are vehicles that either:

Dealing with abandoned vehicles in Florida There are state and local procedures on how to handle abandoned vehicles on industrial sites. Some businesses have unique procedures for handling these vehicles. A business owner needs to be compliant with their landlord or company policies on this issue.

What are the penalties for abandoning a vehicle in Florida? If the vehicle’s owner is not contacted or the vehicle is abandoned, the following penalties may apply: According to the Florida Automobile Theft Recovery Act, an owner or custodian of a real estate, which without compensation allows a vehicle to be garaged or parked for a period exceeding 48 hours, is obligated to remove, or cause to be removed, the vehicle at the owner’s expense.

Listen carefully for our brief tips on how to deal with vehicles left on industrial sites: Making extra money for rented vehicles or hotel stays for abandoned vehicle owners is a good idea as long as it is within company policy. However, the most important take-away regarding abandoned vehicles on industrial sites is to speak with a lawyer. We cover all kinds of tools. Our D.O.T. approved site provides industrial tools for optimizing performance and improving profitability. This includes evaluation of how abandoned vehicles impact industrial efficiency.

For more information on abandoned vehicles and related laws, you can visit the Wikipedia page on abandoned vehicles.