Wrecker Operator Lien Filing Services
A wrecker operator or towing company may claim a special type of Florida tow lien called a wrecker operator lien. It is for recovery, towing, and storage of an abandoned vehicle, vessel or mobile home for which a Certificate of Destruction has been issued. Indeed, the vehicle must have originally been authorized to be towed from public property by law enforcement.
Ask us about how we can place a lien on the registered owner’s records. So that you can claim the past due balance owed by the owner on your recovery, towing and storage charges. When they attempt to renew their registration, the DMV will receive a prompt. A prompt that your lien has to be satisfied before registration can proceed. Furthermore, once successfully processed, this lien is active and valid for 5 years until paid off.
Section 713.78(13)(b), Florida Statutes, states that the amount of the wrecker operator’s lien for which the department will prevent issuance of a license plate or re-validation sticker may not exceed the amount of the charges for recovery, towing, and storage of the vehicle or vessel for 7 days.
Testimonials
Southern Title has a streamline process!
Southern Title goes through the red tape of acquiring a title with a streamline process. Everything from their website to the correspondence was professional and affective. My go to company for title and lienRead more “Southern Title has a streamline process!”
RafaelHeavy Metal Express,LLCGreat service!
Got the title to an abandoned car in my yard was very quick, very professional and price reasonably. I would highly recommend and I would definitely useRead more “Great service!”
Buddy WintersTitle
Southern Title makes things so simple, and so easy, They make the system work for you, they are a phone call away if you have any questions, you won’t have any problems, because they take care of all of them. What I have been trying to do for a year, what they did in a…Southern Title makes things so simple, and so easy, They make the system work for you, they are a phone call away if you have any questions, you won’t have any problems, because they take care of all of them. What I have been trying to do for a year, what they did in a month.GLENN DAVISCaptain Daves Offshore Inc.Very professional
Very professional, handled my case with care and would recommend herRead more “Very professional”
Kathleen Y.1951Boat Lien Process
I can’t say enough about how Southern Title & Lien helped us get our boat liens done. We had several boats with each of them was a different situation. The ladies were so nice and explained everything, and kept me up to date on everything going on. Such an easy process. I will continue to…I can’t say enough about how Southern Title & Lien helped us get our boat liens done. We had several boats with each of them was a different situation. The ladies were so nice and explained everything, and kept me up to date on everything going on. Such an easy process. I will continue to use them.Kelley PryorFreeport MarinaGreat service for landlords
Southern Title Liens solved a big problem for me! I am a small landlord in South Florida and one of my ex-tenants left a giant problem for me: an abandoned car. Southern Title Liens knew exactly how to handle this problem in a quick, responsive and most important, legal way. I am very happy with…Southern Title Liens solved a big problem for me!
I am a small landlord in South Florida and one of my ex-tenants left a giant problem for me: an abandoned car. Southern Title Liens knew exactly how to handle this problem in a quick, responsive and most important, legal way. I am very happy with the personal customer service given and the speed with which this difficult issue was expertly resolved. I strongly recommend their services to anyone.Chris GilletteThe Hollyhock CompanyA Most Reliable Company
It was my good fortune and absolute luck that I found Southern Title & Liens. A few months ago I needed to transfer the title of a car. It was a complicated transfer and I had no idea how to do it . Also, I didn’t know that there were companies that could help you…It was my good fortune and absolute luck that I found Southern Title & Liens. A few months ago I needed to transfer the title of a car. It was a complicated transfer and I had no idea how to do it . Also, I didn’t know that there were companies that could help you through the process. I goggled title transfers and Southern Title & Lien came up. I read the testimonials, and they were all great, so I called. I then was put in touch with Christy. Christy explained the entire process to me, walked me through it and took care of every detail. She made a stressful situation easy. She was completely accessible and responsive. Then, a month later, I needed her service again. And again, she made it easy. I am so grateful to this company! I highly recommend them!Elisse WeissGreat fast Service
What a pleasant experience , fast accurate and great communication. I knew exactly what I needed to do and what they were doing. I got my new title and plates in a few weeks. I recommend this service to anyone who has a vehicle that has title issues. The personnel wereRead more “Great fast Service”
Armand DeberzzinaeVery knowledgeable followed through with everything I asked
Very knowledgeable followed through with everything I asked them to do. I would recommend them to all myRead more “Very knowledgeable followed through with everything I asked”
SteveSteel knuckle customsThe Best Of The Best
The staff at Southern Title Liens Are Friendly professional and reliable! I would use them for all your TitleRead more “The Best Of The Best”
Automart Florida incHot Wheels TampaTop Notch
Christy and Reena are professional, personable, and polite. And these ladies get it done! Southern Title Liens is the only title company I use. Call them to get the results and customer service youRead more “Top Notch”
Scott PraterVenice Auto GroupDeceased estate vehicle title and registration transfer
Very prompt and professionalRead more “Deceased estate vehicle title and registration transfer”
David CEfficient
Christy took care of my duplicate vehicle title with speed andRead more “Efficient”
Cookie MExcellent instruction!
I had no idea how involved the process is to re-title a vehicle when it has been declared totaled by an insurance company and you want to put it back on the road in Florida. This results in safer cars, but DHSMV wants all kinds of documentation and provides little guidance. I searched online for…I had no idea how involved the process is to re-title a vehicle when it has been declared totaled by an insurance company and you want to put it back on the road in Florida. This results in safer cars, but DHSMV wants all kinds of documentation and provides little guidance. I searched online for answers, and found Southern Title Liens and their great resources. The Rebuilt Title Course has all the details and is tremendously helpful for people who want to try to do this process on their own, or who want to know what Southern Title Liens will do for them if they elect to use their re-titling services. I highly recommend this Company and their friendly and knowledgeable professionals. Their great product eliminated my stress over this unfamiliar process.F. StockmanIncredible Service & Fast!
I have a sports car that had a Missouri title and registration that was shipped to Florida when my wife and I moved to the land of sunshine. The Missouri title had both our names on the title but unfortunately my wife died before I could apply for Florida registration. I tried a visit to…I have a sports car that had a Missouri title and registration that was shipped to Florida when my wife and I moved to the land of sunshine. The Missouri title had both our names on the title but unfortunately my wife died before I could apply for Florida registration. I tried a visit to the Florida DMV and let’s just say the experience was less than uplifting and I left there not really knowing what I needed to do. Frustrated, I found Southern Title & Lien and decided to describe my situation using their online form. Long story short, after submitting a few documents, Christy and Devon worked my case and I received a Florida title in my name only and my Florida license plate in less that 5 working days. Great people to work with. I highly recommend them.Brian KnapczykFast, friendly, affordable
When I first spoke to Southern Title & Lien I had no clue about applying for a title on an abandoned vehicle. I had received quotes from other companies already, but Southern Title & Lien was much friendlier, had a shorter time frame, and was very reasonably priced. I had concerns about the legitimacy of…When I first spoke to Southern Title & Lien I had no clue about applying for a title on an abandoned vehicle. I had received quotes from other companies already, but Southern Title & Lien was much friendlier, had a shorter time frame, and was very reasonably priced. I had concerns about the legitimacy of the company, but after about 3 weeks I received my title in the mail. Christy and Reena made the process a breeze and could not have been more professional. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone!Mike PuleoSouthern Title and Liens makes my day
Christy solved a problem for me that had been lingering around for going on 2 years and she resolved the issue in less than 2 months. Also she never failed to answer the phone when I called. I am a retired customer service pro and recognize her high skill level and desire to resolve the…Christy solved a problem for me that had been lingering around for going on 2 years and she resolved the issue in less than 2 months. Also she never failed to answer the phone when I called. I am a retired customer service pro and recognize her high skill level and desire to resolve the issue, and I recognized her desire to be professional and profitable for ST&L. You made my dayTimothy MaslankaN/AFast and very efficient
I had everything resolved fast and painless. Had specific questions that were answered without hesitation. I am a client forRead more “Fast and very efficient”
LazSuper Easy and Stress Free Services
I have used Southern Title for a few Liens after bikes were abandoned at my shop for non- payment. They made the process easy and stress free, guided me through each step and got the job done for a reasonable price. I would highly recommend them !!! Fuzzy @ KeysRead more “Super Easy and Stress Free Services”
Fuzzy FrancoisKeys CyclesFabulous service & staff
I use southern title liens 7 months ago , and had questions throughout the process. I worked with Christy who is and was throughout the process FABULOUS !!! Christy was knowledgeable & patient & made a stressful time easy! And whenever I called the other staff members were great and helpful! If Christy was busy…I use southern title liens 7 months ago , and had questions throughout the process. I worked with Christy who is and was throughout the process FABULOUS !!! Christy was knowledgeable & patient & made a stressful time easy! And whenever I called the other staff members were great and helpful! If Christy was busy always called back in a timely manner and was very nice & helpful! I highly highly recommend their services and if I needed their services wouldn’t hesitate to use southern title lien again & definitely would recommend them to anyone without pause! Thanks Christy your fabulous! Sincerely Michael Smith PS more businesses should be like southern title lines!Michael SmithTriple State Title Mess
Father (deceased) lived in Florida and I (his daughter) live in California and the vehicle is ending up in New Jersey with his grandson. I was to inherit his cars, home, everything. I had a Will and Trust paperwork, death certificate, etc. Trying to get the title transferred to my son was a nightmare until…Father (deceased) lived in Florida and I (his daughter) live in California and the vehicle is ending up in New Jersey with his grandson. I was to inherit his cars, home, everything. I had a Will and Trust paperwork, death certificate, etc. Trying to get the title transferred to my son was a nightmare until I was ready to pay a lawyer, a doctor, Spiderman anyone to help me with this mess and Southern Title & Liens saved me! They handled everything for me. The Title Clerks were amazing and after 2 months struggling with this and not wanting to fly back to Florida, they took over this problem and was able to get it done. I would recommend them to anyone having this same problem. Thanks again! Lisa CLisa ColemanExcellent Service
When COVID-19 was at its’ peak, my office was pretty far behind on our title work. I found Southern Title & Lien and reached out to them to see if they could help, they were very quick to help and offered the solution I was looking for. Initially, I was only looking for someone to…When COVID-19 was at its’ peak, my office was pretty far behind on our title work. I found Southern Title & Lien and reached out to them to see if they could help, they were very quick to help and offered the solution I was looking for. Initially, I was only looking for someone to help get the titles in our office caught up, but their professionalism and speed of service was so fantastic, that I have actually starting running all of my title work thorough them. If you are looking for a service to file titles/registrations for you, look no further!!!! I am extremely pleased with Southern Title & Lien, and will continue to use their services.Kevin S.Titan Factory DirectHassle Free Title Transfer
Christy and her team were wonderful with the processing and transferring the title of my deceased mother’s car to the new buyer. I live out of the state, so her assistance saved me a great deal of time and travel if I had had to take care of the transfer myself. She is very knowledgeable…Christy and her team were wonderful with the processing and transferring the title of my deceased mother’s car to the new buyer. I live out of the state, so her assistance saved me a great deal of time and travel if I had had to take care of the transfer myself. She is very knowledgeable and skilled in transferring the title in this situation and I strongly recommend her services if you find yourself needing to transfer the title of a parent or loved one who has passed away.Joe OChristy at Southern Title a solid 10!
Christy at Southern Title has helped our company with multiple Vessel title & lien issues with both the USCG and Florida in a most efficient and cost effective manner. Although typically a burdensome and time consuming process, Christy takes on all the paperwork requirements and removes all the stress from the process leaving us free…Christy at Southern Title has helped our company with multiple Vessel title & lien issues with both the USCG and Florida in a most efficient and cost effective manner. Although typically a burdensome and time consuming process, Christy takes on all the paperwork requirements and removes all the stress from the process leaving us free to operate our business.
We are so happy to have found and know that Southern Title will be there to help when title and lien issues arise.Peter F.Westland Boatyard & MarinaQuick, Fast, Professional
Needed a quick turnaround for a title from Florida, these guys did the job, I highly recommend them, they were quick, fast,Read more “Quick, Fast, Professional”
don wattersKnowledgable, Professional, Courteous and Expeditious Service
Southern Title & Lien assisted our firm with a rather complicated title transfer from one Estate to another, that arose in the context of proceedings in both Florida and New York. Christy knew exactly what was needed, and got the jobRead more “Knowledgable, Professional, Courteous and Expeditious Service”
Melanie ManderyMcDermott, Pierro & Mandery, LLPGreat, knowledgeable service
My mom passed away a few months ago, and I had to sell her car. When I researched how to transfer the title from mom’s estate, it looked really daunting. I called Christy, and it was done in a couple of weeks. ThanksRead more “Great, knowledgeable service”
Terri QuintasBest Customer Service! Eager to Help
Southern was amazing in helping me obtain a title for a motorcycle that was left on my property. They made so simple, really straight forward. For someone that is very busy like myself, it seemed seamless and the cost was worth every penny! I highly recommend thisRead more “Best Customer Service! Eager to Help”
Annie BalshiSmooth and Easy Transaction
Working with Christy at Southern Title Liens was amazing. I work for an Estates and Trust Law Firm in Maryland and she turned a potentially very complicated situation for one of our clients into an smooth and easyRead more “Smooth and Easy Transaction”
Margaret AbbottFranke, Sessions & Beckett LLCGreat Service
They are great and easy to work with. We need tag work and mechanical liens. They were professional and courteous. Thanks for all the help. would definitelyRead more “Great Service”
Judy RetzerGerber CollisionThank you for your prompt
Thank you for your prompt and professional service! You made the the process of title reissue of the abandoned vehicle on our property easier than thought possible. Your are worthy of a five star rating IRead more “Thank you for your prompt”
W. J. RussWay-Maker Restoration CenterKnowledgeable, Honest, Miracle Workers!
I can’t thank Christy and her team enough for helping us resolve this dilemma! They are miracle workers. And beyond patient! I have been dealing with a title lien on an SUV I purchased back in 2013. The finance company who held the title went bankrupt a few years ago and left me (and others)…I can’t thank Christy and her team enough for helping us resolve this dilemma! They are miracle workers. And beyond patient! I have been dealing with a title lien on an SUV I purchased back in 2013. The finance company who held the title went bankrupt a few years ago and left me (and others) high and dry. I’ve kept this car, maintained it well, and have purchased other vehicles since – all because I could not get the lien removed. I was ready to give up, but after speaking with my lawyer, I called over to Southern Title & Lien and it was the best decision I’ve made in years. They answered so many questions, made it easy to submit all the necessary documents and paperwork, and just took a huge burden off my shoulders. If you need help with a title or getting lien removed, stop looking and call Southern Title & Lien. You will not regret it! Their fees are more than reasonable and it’s money well spent.Steve F.Great Turn Around and Service
We needed an abstract quickly and Christy and her team did not disappoint! Communication was great! Absolutely recommend for your boatingRead more “Great Turn Around and Service”
Michele B.Money saving service
I’ve used Southern Title & Lien several times with greatRead more “Money saving service”
Shawn EmeryEmery Auto & Diesel Repair Inc.Southern Title & Liens is Awesome!
I have used Southern Title & Lien for about two years now, from a busy automobile dealership. I e-mail them with what is going on and they start to handle it immediately! You get excellent communication, you can pay online which is quick and easy, and they handle everything! I will continue to use them…I have used Southern Title & Lien for about two years now, from a busy automobile dealership. I e-mail them with what is going on and they start to handle it immediately! You get excellent communication, you can pay online which is quick and easy, and they handle everything! I will continue to use them and would definitely recommend them!Joe G.HIGHLY RECOMMEND
To whom it may concern, I would 1000% recommend anyone needing assistance with abandoned and or mechanics lien issues that you talk to Southern Title Liens before you do anything else. These people are extremely knowledgeable with abandoned vehicles, Recreational Vehicles and even mobile homes. Within the past year they have helped us to recover…To whom it may concern, I would 1000% recommend anyone needing assistance with abandoned and or mechanics lien issues that you talk to Southern Title Liens before you do anything else. These people are extremely knowledgeable with abandoned vehicles, Recreational Vehicles and even mobile homes. Within the past year they have helped us to recover thousands of dollars by getting us Lien free titles to abandoned items to include Boats and mobile homes. Once we had clear title we were able to sell the items and recoup most of our lost revenue. We will certainly use this Company many times in the future. If you have issues with liens or abandoned vehicles look no farther, you will not be disappointed. Christine was very knowledgeable and professional.
Sincerely,
Lisa FeltenbergerLisa FeltenbergerOkeechobee Trailer and Fishing ResortOut of State Vehicle Lien
When one of our customers had an out of state vehicle title for us to file a lien on I was not thrilled to say the least. We did our internet search and found Christy Hughes at Southern Title & Lien and she has been a huge help and made the process super simple. We…When one of our customers had an out of state vehicle title for us to file a lien on I was not thrilled to say the least. We did our internet search and found Christy Hughes at Southern Title & Lien and she has been a huge help and made the process super simple. We will for sure use them again in the future! Thank you so much Christy & Southern Title & Lien.Brea CookFORGE, Inc.Fast and Effective
I had two complex vehicle title issues that Southern Title handled quickly and efficiently. Southern Title is very knowledgeable and professional. I highly recommend them. I will use themRead more “Fast and Effective”
Frank MaySmooth Transaction
“I used Southern Title & Lien to manage an RV sale between two private parties. They processed a bill of sale, power of attorney, lien release, title transfer, and new tags. Shannon & Christy were very professional with great communication keeping buyer and seller up to date during the process. I highly recommend their…“I used Southern Title & Lien to manage an RV sale between two private parties.
They processed a bill of sale, power of attorney, lien release, title transfer, and new tags. Shannon & Christy were very professional with great communication keeping buyer and seller up to date during the process. I highly recommend their services”Bill W
Our Services Include:
Filing forms, paperwork, support and communications with DMV to successfully process the lien. Then, please note that a Certificate of Destruction must be completed 1st before a wrecker operator lien can be processed.
Contact us at 727-286-7150 with any questions and we will be happy to assist you!