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How two owners retrieved their towed car from the police impound — and what it reveals about procedures in Palma

What happens when a car is taken from a Mallorca impound without permission

Removing a car from an impound in Mallorca without authorisation can trigger a police investigation and vehicle seizure.

Published: April 27, 2026
How two owners retrieved their towed car from the police impound — and what it reveals about procedures in Palma

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What happens if someone takes their car from a Mallorca impound without permission?

If a car is removed without permission, police can investigate the incident and the vehicle may be stopped and seized again. In Mallorca, ownership alone does not make an informal removal lawful if the car is still under impound control. The people involved may also be summoned by police and face further consequences if they do not cooperate.

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