December 7th 2024.
According to the Aurora police department, they have taken possession of 193 vehicles through the implementation of a new "three-strikes" law that targets drivers who are pulled over without a license, registration, or insurance. This law was approved by the majority of the city council in September, with the intention of keeping others on the road safe.
During a council meeting, Mayor Mike Coffman expressed his support for the law, stating that he believes in addressing smaller offenses in order to prevent larger ones from occurring. He also mentioned that there are many people driving without proper documentation, such as expired tags, a valid license, or insurance, and hopes that this law will send a strong message to them.
In an email, police spokesperson Joe Moylan reported that 193 vehicles have been towed and impounded between November 1st and December 5th since the law went into effect at the end of October. However, defendants have a chance to retrieve their vehicles within 30 days by providing valid registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license or another licensed driver to drive the car.
City Attorney Pete Schulte clarified that if defendants are unable to retrieve their vehicles, they can hire a tow truck to take it somewhere else. However, they must be able to prove ownership of the vehicle. Additionally, defendants are responsible for the cost of towing and impoundment. Some council members who were against the law raised concerns about the accumulating fees and how it may hinder people from obtaining the necessary documents and retrieving their cars.
Councilmember Crystal Murillo pointed out that there could be various reasons why people do not have the required documents, but regardless, they are still in violation of the law. She also expressed concern that the cost of impound fees may prevent them from being able to afford insurance or registration in the future.
In related news, members of the Tren de Aragua gang, who were wanted by the Aurora police, have been arrested in New York according to federal authorities. In a separate incident, two people were injured in a shooting in east Aurora on Friday evening. And on Thanksgiving, a man who was involved in a shootout with Aurora police was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. In another case, an Aurora dentist who was charged with poisoning his wife was also accused of attempting to kill a detective. The judge hearing the case decided to keep the bail at $5 million, citing concerns about community support for the defendant.
It is important to note that the Aurora police are required by law to impound vehicles that meet the three criteria, unless there are emergency or exigent circumstances, such as dangerous weather. Stay informed about more Colorado news by signing up for our daily email newsletter, Your Morning Dozen.
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