How do I get my car back?
As long as you are the registered owner of the vehicle and there is not any police hold on the vehicle, please bring the following:
- Valid driver's licence
- Keys (if they are not with the vehicle)
- Appropriate amount of cash or credit (credit card holder MUST be present).
If the vehicle has a law enforcement hold, then you must obtain a release from the impounding agency.
If Hawthorne Police Department:
Traffic Bureau
12501 Hawthorne Blvd.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Phone: (310) 349-2701
Office Hours: 7AM to 5PM, M-F
If California Highway Patrol West Los Angeles Area:
6300 Bristol Pkwy,
Culver City, CA 90230
Phone: (310) 642-3939
Office Hours: 8AM to 5PM, M-F
If Gardena Police Department:
Phone number: (310) 217-9600
1718 W. 162nd Street, Gardena, CA 90247
Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am -1:00 pm
The Gardena Police Department, Records Bureau, is closed all major holidays.