Code of Massachusetts Regulations
220 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
Title 220 CMR 272.00 - Rates For The Towing Of Motor Vehicles
Section 272.02 - Scope

The maximum charges established in 220 CMR 272.00 shall only apply to the towing and transportation of motor vehicles when said transportation is ordered by the police or other public authority pursuant to M.G.L. c. 159B, § 6B or for trespass pursuant to M.G.L. c. 266, § 120D. Rates stated in 220 CMR 272.00 shall not apply to towing which results from a call made by a police officer or other public employee at the request of the owner/operator to transport the vehicle to a location other than the carrier's garage.

If, at the scene, the owner/operator requests that the vehicle be transported to a location other than the carrier's garage, the maximum tow rate may not apply.