To lookup the status of a towed vehicle, and find out how to recover it, contact SJPD Vehicle Records Assistance Line (Auto Desk) at 408-277-4263. I certify that I, or the firm, company, or corporation I am authorized to represent, am the legal owner within the meaning of California Vehicle Code.This page will provide an overview of California's Repossession Laws and what you should know if you've fallen behind on car payments. Tow companies will accept cash, personal check or credit cards as a form of payment. In this article, I am going to explain what those situations are, the laws that regulate this area, and what you can do about a wrongful repossession. California law permits cars to be repossessed after one late or missed loan payment. Cars may be repossessed after missed insurance payments as well. Fill out the form as you read each section carefully. You deposit money each month with the credit counseling organization. Equifax assumes no liability for any errors or omissions in the information in this presentation.