Authority
MSP issues intrastate for-hire operating authority through CAP. Intrastate-only and police-initiated wrecker operations must purchase decals and renew annually.
Scope:Michigan statewide · verified
Official source →Michigan · Towing
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Sources checked October2026. This draft distinguishes statewide credentials, local rules and unanswered questions.
What the source review establishes.
MSP CVED operating authority and vehicle/driver requirements apply by operation
Last verified:October2026 for the linked source facts. Unverified fields remain open below. Requirements change — confirm with the state board before applying. Not legal advice.
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Insurance
Approval checklist includes business registration, workers compensation or approved exclusion, liability certificate and insurer Form E, plus applicable processing/decal fees.
Scope:Michigan statewide · verified
Official source →Renewal
Renewal window is October 1–December 1; failure to renew by January 1 revokes authority. Interstate police-initiated wrecker operations additionally need UCR.
Scope:Michigan statewide · verified
Official source →Drivers
SOS says chauffeur/CDL requirements depend on vehicle weights and operation; CDL applies to 26,001+ GVWR vehicles or qualifying 26,001+ combinations towing 10,001+ GVWR.
Scope:Michigan statewide · verified
Official source →Plates
Commercial trucks towing vehicles require elected GVW plates in the stated SOS categories; fee depends on elected weight.
Scope:Michigan statewide · verified
Official source →Do not treat an unknown as an exemption.
- Exact current authority/decal fees and required insurance limits not verified.
- Police towing contracts/local storage/rotation rules require local review.
- Do not present one universal CDL class for every tow truck.
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