(1) The term “abandoned motor vehicle” shall have the same meaning in these regulations as that given in Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.
(2) A person who removes a vehicle from public or private property at the request of a law enforcement officer shall:
(a) Have a motor carrier of property permit issued by the Department;
(b) Be properly licensed and registered in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 2 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.
(c) Use proper equipment so as not to damage the removed vehicle in addition to any damage incurred prior to removal; and
(d) Obtain a customer number from the Department.