Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do about a vehicle that has been abandoned in a public place?
If you see a vehicle that is abandoned please notify the police because we can make enquiries into how the car came to be there. It could, for example, have been stolen. If it is abandoned and the owner can't be traced we will contact the local authority who may place a seven-day notice on the vehicle of their intention to remove it. It is not the responsibility of the Police to remove abandoned vehicles, but we may remove vehicles that have been stolen or used in crime.
Disclaimer
Northern Constabulary has made every effort to try to ensure that the answers given here are accurate. However, due to the complex nature of the law, these answers may not be applicable in all sets of circumstances. We therefore recommend that these answers be used only as a general guide. Northern Constabulary cannot be held liable if this information is used as an alternative for professional legal advice.