My question involves towing laws for the State of California: My car was towed for expired registration. The fees have mounted up to more than the car is worth. I want to sign a release of liability and hopefully avoid all the fees and fines that have accumulated. The DMV person, who I am aware is not a legal expert, suggested I just leave the car and allow it to go to auction. Would the state and the towing company just come after me through collections? If I was selling the car I don't think I would get more than $500 and the fines and fees to pick up the non running car already exceed this. Any advice?

