A recent tweak to the law aims to strike a better balance and protect the rights of car ownersTOW JOKE Truth behind bizarre state law allowing tow companies to sell drivers’ unclaimed cars after just TWO WEEKSA BIZARRE law in a US state that allows tow companies to sell a driver’s unclaimed car after just two weeks is set for an overhaul - with new protections for drivers to be introduced. Connecticut's controversial law currently permits tow companies to begin the process of selling unclaimed vehicles valued at $1,500 or less after just 15 days. Often, the law was criticized for putting vehicle owners at a disadvantage - leaving them with little time to retrieve their cars or contest the tow. While towing companies can still start the notification process after 15 days, the actual sale of the vehicle cannot occur until at least 30 days after the tow. Furthermore, towing companies are now required to accept credit card payments, making it easier for vehicle owners to pay for towing and storage fees.