How to Appeal an Unjust Towing of Your Vehicle in Horcajo de la Sierra (Template Download)

Finding your parking space empty after your car has been towed by the municipal crane service (Grúa Municipal) is a frustrating experience. In Horcajo de la Sierra, if you believe your vehicle was removed illegally—for example, if there were no clear "no parking" signs posted 48 hours in advance, or if your car was parked correctly—you have the legal right to challenge the administrative act and request a refund of the towing fees. This template provides a formal structure to help you initiate the appeal process with the local authorities.

Instructions on how and where to submit your appeal in Horcajo de la Sierra

To challenge the towing, you must submit an "Escrito de Alegaciones" (Statement of Allegations) to the City Council (Ayuntamiento). In smaller municipalities like Horcajo de la Sierra, you have two primary options:

• In-person: Visit the Town Hall (Ayuntamiento) registry office. Ensure you bring your ID and the original document for them to stamp a copy as proof of receipt (this is vital).
• Online: If the municipality has an active "Sede Electrónica" (Electronic Office), you can submit the document digitally using a Cl@ve PIN or Digital Certificate.

The deadline to submit your appeal is typically 20 calendar days from the date the fine was notified or the vehicle was retrieved. Do not wait until the last minute, as bureaucratic processing times can be slow.

A LA ATENCIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE HORCAJO DE LA SIERRA

DATOS DEL INTERESADO:
D./Dña. [Nombre y Apellidos], mayor de edad, con DNI/NIE [Número] y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en [Dirección completa], teléfono [Número de teléfono] y correo electrónico [Email].

EXPONE:
Que habiendo tenido conocimiento de la retirada de mi vehículo con matrícula [Matrícula] por el servicio de grúa municipal el día [Fecha] en la calle [Nombre de la calle donde estaba aparcado], por medio del presente escrito interpongo RECURSO contra dicho acto administrativo, basándome en los siguientes:

HECHOS Y FUNDAMENTOS DE DERECHO:
1. Que el vehículo se encontraba correctamente estacionado sin infringir ninguna norma de tráfico vigente.
2. Que no existía señalización vertical u horizontal que prohibiera el estacionamiento en dicha zona en el momento de dejar el vehículo.
3. (Añadir aquí cualquier motivo adicional: falta de aviso previo, señalización colocada después de haber aparcado, etc.).

SOLICITA:
Que se tengan por presentadas las alegaciones, se admita a trámite este recurso y, tras los trámites oportunos, se proceda a la anulación de la sanción y a la devolución de las tasas abonadas por el servicio de grúa.

En Horcajo de la Sierra, a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].

Fdo: [Tu Nombre y Apellidos]

Additional documentation required

To ensure your appeal is as strong as possible, you must attach the following supporting evidence to your template:

• Photographic evidence: Photos of the area showing the lack of signage or the position of your car.
• Payment receipt: The invoice or receipt provided by the municipal depot when you paid the towing fee.
• Copy of your ID: A scanned copy of your DNI or NIE.
• Witness statements: If any neighbors or shop owners witnessed the towing and can confirm your car was parked legally, include their written statements and contact details.

Expert Tip: Always pay the towing fee to retrieve your car first, but be sure to pay "under protest" (en disconformidad) if the clerk allows you to write that on the receipt. This does not prevent you from appealing later, but it prevents the daily storage fees at the depot from accumulating. Keep all original documents safe, as the administration may request them during the resolution process.