Hello, I sold a vehicle in 2/2004 and hand delivered the "notice of transfer and release of liability" to the local DMV office. I moved shortly after the vehicle was sold and several times since then.
Recently on 12/15/2006 when I requested a free annual credit report I found a collection account and upon further inqury found that a towing comany had towed the sold car around 4/2004 and had been sending a bill for towing and storage to who they beleived to be the last known owner according to the DMV records to my last known address. When I contacted the DMV, they stated that they had no record that my form had been recieved. Further explanation to the collection agency and/or towing company feel on deaf ears.
I do not have a copy of the submitted DMV form or any other proof such as bill of sale. I do not want to pay this amount and have a negative item on my report so I am willing to spend money to have an attorney represent me if that would be the best approach. The current outstanding amount is roughly $1,900.00. Do I have any recourse? What would be the best approach?

