A local man's experience has prompted the Austin Police Department to examine its procedures. He had allowed police to keep his vehicle for evidence collection. After the vehicle was released, the man received a substantial bill.
The amount he was charged is roughly $700. Further information about this incident and the police department's review is available from local news sources, such as KXAN in Austin.
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