In America some abandoned cars will have orange stickers put on them by police, this is what they mean

Abandoned cars often get slapped with stickers – but the meaning of an orange sticker may surprise you.

The unique color means that the signage stands out from ordinary white parking tickets.

However, the meaning behind them may be more sinister.

Plus, the timeframe to act on the sticker can vary depending on location, so you’ll want to pay attention.

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Car notices can come in all shapes and sizes

It’s no secret that car owners have a lot to deal with when it comes to owning and taking care of their vehicles.

From speeding tickets to traffic violations and even toll charges, more goes into abiding by the law than you’d initially think.

In the US, though, a special type of sticker is often spotted on some cars, and the bright color has drawn some attention.

This type of ticket is found on abandoned cars, and there’s a vital meaning that you may be completely unaware of.

Here’s what the orange sticker on abandoned cars really means

Forget a typical parking fine or penalty notice, the orange sticker on a car means serious business.

The orange sticker carries a serious implication – the car is set to be removed and impounded if it’s not dealt with by an owner within a certain time frame.

It basically means that your car has been labeled as a hazard or abandoned and needs to be moved quickly.

Now, let’s be clear, rules can vary from state to state, so plans of action will be different depending on your location.

If the car ends up being towed, the driver will have to locate and pay outstanding fees before they can call it theirs again.

According to authorities in Johnstown, Colorado, the car can be towed for being ‘abandoned or inoperable,’ and if the time has passed to move it, the police will intervene.

Our advice?

Keep on top of the location of your car.

Make sure it’s parked somewhere safe, secure, and legal, and if there really is no hope, go down the right avenues to dispose of it.

The orange sticker is not one you want to have displayed on your car, so keep an eye out and look up the rules in your local area.

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