Kenner, LA Cracks Down on Uninsured Drivers with Towing and Impound Policy

New enforcement effort aims to reduce financial burden and improve road safety

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:58pm

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Kenner, Louisiana has announced a new policy to immediately tow and impound vehicles being operated without valid liability insurance. This move reflects a growing trend among municipalities seeking to address the risks and costs posed by uninsured drivers on the roads.

Why it matters

Driving without insurance not only puts the uninsured driver at financial risk, but also shifts costs onto responsible, insured motorists through higher premiums and potential lawsuits. Kenner's policy aims to improve road safety and reduce the financial burden on the community.

The details

Under the new enforcement effort, if a Kenner police officer determines a vehicle is being operated without current, valid liability insurance, the vehicle will be immediately towed at the owner's expense. The vehicle will only be released once the owner provides proof of insurance. Officers may also confiscate license plates and turn them over to the Office of Motor Vehicles. This policy applies to all vehicles, regardless of state registration.

  • Kenner, Louisiana announced the new towing and impound policy on March 22, 2026.

The players

Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley

The police chief emphasized that driving without insurance is a risk the Kenner community should not have to bear.

Insurance Research Council

The organization estimates that 1 in 8 drivers (12.5%) were uninsured in 2019, costing insured motorists an estimated $35 billion in losses that year.

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What they’re saying

“Driving without insurance is a risk our community should not have to bear.”

— Keith Conley, Kenner Police Chief

What’s next

Kenner officials say they will closely monitor the impact of the new towing and impound policy, and may consider additional measures to address uninsured drivers in the future.

The takeaway

Kenner's crackdown on uninsured drivers reflects a broader trend of municipalities seeking to reduce the financial and safety risks posed by motorists operating vehicles without valid insurance. As technology enables more efficient enforcement, other cities and states may follow suit with similar policies aimed at improving road safety and protecting insured drivers.