At any stage in the proceedings, including before the probable cause hearing, the owner may obtain possession of his vehicle by:

(1) Paying the towing fee, or

Terms Used In North Carolina General Statutes 20-219.12

  • Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.

(2) Posting a bond for double the amount of the towing fee. (1983, c. 420, s. 2.)