Yes, but only with a notarized Nevada DMV VP-136 Power of Attorney specifically authorizing vehicle transactions. Tow yards and repo companies will not release vehicles to non-owners without proper legal authorization, regardless of family relationship or emergency circumstances.

Common situations requiring notarized vehicle POA include:

• Military deployment: Active duty personnel stationed overseas or out of state
• Hospitalization: Medical emergencies preventing personal appearance (ICU, surgery recovery, extended care)
• Out-of-state residence: Vehicle repossessed while you're traveling or living elsewhere temporarily
• Incarceration: Jail or prison situations where personal retrieval is impossible
• Disability: Physical or cognitive conditions preventing tow yard visits

📋 VP-136 Requirements for Tow Yard Acceptance:

• Must be notarized by a Nevada notary with wet-ink signature and physical seal
• Must specifically authorize the named person to retrieve, drive, and sign release documents for the vehicle
• Must include complete vehicle description (year, make, model, VIN)
• Original notarized document required (photocopies typically rejected)
• Your agent must present their own valid government-issued ID matching the POA

⚠️ Hospital Notarization for Emergency Situations: If you're hospitalized in Sunrise Hospital, UMC, or other Clark County medical facilities, Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides bedside notarization service. We coordinate with hospital staff to notarize VP-136 forms while you're receiving treatment, preventing storage fees from accumulating during your recovery.

💰 Cost-Benefit Reality: Mobile notary service for VP-136 costs $45-60. Tow yard storage is $35-50 per day. If hospitalization or deployment prevents you from personally retrieving your vehicle for 7-10 days, you'll accrue $245-500 in storage fees. Notarizing a POA immediately and having someone retrieve the vehicle same-day saves hundreds of dollars.

🏥 Special Case - Incarcerated Owners: If you're incarcerated and your vehicle was repossessed or impounded, Nevada jails and detention facilities allow notary visits by appointment. We provide incarcerated owner vehicle release notarization at Clark County Detention Center and other facilities, enabling family members to retrieve vehicles using properly executed POA documents.

Related Questions

• What documents do I need to retrieve my car from a tow yard or impound lot?
• Can I get my personal belongings from a repossessed car without paying the full balance?
• What are the legal requirements for Nevada VP-136 Power of Attorney?

Contact the tow yard facility, verify vehicle location and required documentation, obtain notarized non-owner authorization if needed, pay all towing and storage fees, and retrieve your vehicle. Mobile notary service provides on-site coordination at all Clark County tow yards, eliminating 3-4 hours of travel time and preventing $80-150 daily storage fee accumulation throughout Henderson and Las Vegas Valley.

Registered owners present valid government photo ID matching vehicle registration. Non-owners need notarized authorization letters or Nevada DMV Form VP-136 power of attorney from the registered owner. Search AutoReturn website for LVMPD-contracted tow yards, or contact facilities directly with your license plate or VIN.

📋 Required Documents:

• Valid government-issued photo ID (Nevada license, passport, state ID, military ID)
• Vehicle registration or insurance card showing ownership
• Notarized authorization letter or VP-136 (if non-owner retrieval)
• Payment method for towing and storage fees (credit card, cash, or check per facility policy)
• Tow yard case or reference number

⏱️ Mobile Notary Process:

• Book appointment for tow yard office or parking area
• Typical arrival time: 30-60 minutes for same-day requests
• Notary executes authorization documents on-site
• Submit notarized documents to facility immediately
• Complete payment and retrieve vehicle same visit

Related Questions

• What are VP-136 power of attorney notarization requirements?
• Can I get documents notarized at tow yards?
• How much does tow yard mobile notary service cost?

Police reports and DMV crash affidavits are separate filings with different agencies. A police crash report documents law enforcement's investigation, while the DLD-68 affidavit is submitted to the Nevada DMV Financial Responsibility Unit explaining why you missed the 10-day SR-1 filing deadline. Only the DMV filing prevents license suspension.

Many drivers assume filing a police report satisfies all post-crash obligations. In reality, Nevada law (NRS 484E.070) requires independent DMV notification within 10 days for any crash involving injury, death, or property damage exceeding $750. Police reports are not forwarded to DMV's Financial Responsibility Unit. When that deadline passes, you must submit a notarized DLD-68 affidavit to avoid automatic suspension.

📋 Key Differences:

• Police Report: Filed with law enforcement; establishes fault/liability for insurance claims
• DLD-68 Affidavit: Filed with Nevada DMV; sworn statement explaining late reporting; prevents license suspension
• Notarization Requirement: Police reports = no notary needed; DLD-68 = wet-ink notary signature mandatory
• Processing Agency: Police = local jurisdiction; DLD-68 = DMV Financial Responsibility Unit in Carson City

⚠️ Critical Timeline: If you miss the 10-day SR-1 window, DMV sends a suspension warning letter giving you 10-15 business days to submit a notarized DLD-68. Lake Mead Mobile Notary provides same-day DLD-68 notarization throughout Henderson, Las Vegas, and all Clark County areas, ensuring your affidavit reaches DMV before suspension takes effect.

Related Questions

• Can I submit the DLD-68 form online or through email?
• How long does DMV processing take after I file my DLD-68?
• What happens if I miss Nevada's 10-day crash report deadline?