Declaration In Support Of Waiver Of Vehicle Impoundment {SC-3028}

SC-3028 - DECLARATION IN SUPPORT OF WAIVER OF VEHICLE IMPOUNDMENT (CVC § 23594) FINDINGS AND ORDER. This form is used in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara, to request that the court waive the mandatory impoundment of a vehicle involved in the commission of certain offenses, typically related to DUI or similar violations. This form allows a defendant—or another affected party—to explain why impoundment should not be ordered by presenting evidence that such action would cause undue hardship or is otherwise unjust. Valid reasons include the defendant not being the registered owner, the vehicle being community property of the defendant's spouse and the only transportation available to the family, or circumstances where impoundment would lead to job loss, inability to access education or medical care, financial hardship, or unfair interference with shared property rights. The declarant must detail the justification for the waiver and may attach supporting documents, such as a financial declaration. After review, if the court finds that the situation qualifies as an “unusual case” under Vehicle Code § 23594(a), it may issue an order waiving the vehicle impoundment in the interest of justice. The form is available in both English and Spanish to accommodate broader access. www.FormsWorkflow.com