In California does a finance company have the right to repo car from police impound when payments are not behind?

In California, a finance company generally does not have the right to repossess a car from a police impound lot if the payments are not behind. When a vehicle is impounded by the police, it is considered to be in the custody of the law enforcement agency. This means that the finance company would need to obtain a court order or other legal process in order to seize the vehicle.

However, there may be some exceptions to this rule. For example, if the vehicle was impounded due to a violation of the terms of the financing agreement, such as driving without insurance or allowing the registration to lapse, the finance company may be able to repossess the vehicle without a court order.

If you are concerned about your vehicle being repossessed, you should contact the finance company and the police impound lot to inquire about the status of your vehicle. You may also want to consult with an attorney to discuss your legal rights.