
James's fees: Far beyond my means for recovery. Please help.
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Hello. My name is James Hernandez. I was recently pulled over and was taken to jail because an old vintage bullet was found in my vehicle. (I'm a collector of vintage and antique items.) I was charged for being an ex-felon in possession of ammunition. Also Driving on a suspended licence. (Child Support Hold) I've been released on my own recognizance and I'm currently awaiting court. I'm not on parole/probation and I haven't been in any trouble in 5-6 some odd years, but I'm clearly being made to pick up the tab for some of my past mistakes.
My vehicle was towed when I went to jail and the tow and impound fees, along with the Sheriff's release fee and some DMV fees I must pay, are very brutal. Being forced to sit in impound over the weekend as it accumulates daily fees well over $100 a day. After paying my rent, I don't have the funds to pay for any of this. This situation will set me back far beyond my means to recover and I've worked really hard to get from where I was to where I am today. Without my vehicle, I can't get to work every day, and my job changes locations every few days after completion of the project. On top of that, all my tools for work are in the vehicle. I truly need help. Driving on a suspended licence is my only way to get to work.
Summary of fees:
AJ Towing.................... Towing fee $560
5/2 - 5/5. Storage @ $65 per day $195
Mandatory Lien fee .......................... $70
Total 5/5/25 .................................... $825
5/6/25 add $65 for total of ....... $890
5/7/25 $955. 5/8/25 $1020.
Sheriff Vehicle Release Fee ........ $164
DMV fee after obtaining new car insurance policy..................... Online $14
New Car Insurance Policy ............ TBD
Will update Insurance quote when I get it.
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James Hernandez
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Rosemont, CA