To obtain your vehicle prior to the 20-day impound period, a hearing must be scheduled by calling (928) 472-5098 and leaving a short message with your name, phone number, and report number. If you do not know your case number, leave the full Identification Number (VIN) or plate number.

Hearings are held at the Payson Police Department, 303 N. Beeline Highway, Payson, AZ 85541.

• Hearings are by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Walk-in/telephone hearings will not be accepted.
• Hearings must be scheduled within 10 days of the vehicle being towed. After the 10 days have elapsed, a hearing may not be granted.
• The hearings are to determine the validity of the impoundment, or to determine whether the vehicle may be released prior the end of the 20-day impoundment period and to provide you with the release paperwork for the vehicle.
• The spouse of the owner may obtain an early release hearing. If spouse name is not listed on MVD records, that person must present their original or certified Marriage certificate.
• The registered owner or person who the vehicle is being released to will enter into an agreement with the Payson Police Department stating the following:
  • They will only allow the vehicle to be driven legally by a driver with a valid driver’s license.
  • They will not let a driver arrested for Extreme or Aggravated DUI or a minor with alcohol in their system to drive the impounded vehicle within one year of signing the Agreement of Operation.

If the agreement is violated, the vehicle will be impounded for the full 20-days, and a civil traffic citation will be issued.

Arizona State Law dictates these conditions to release a vehicle early. Personal hardships cannot be considered.