Impounded bikes are released upon appointment.
If a bike is impounded by Parking Services, it is taken to the impound lot at MSU Department of Police and Public Safety on campus. Bikes can be impounded for reasons such as:
No registration or if registration sticker is not displayed
Improperly parked (not at a bike rack)
Not locked or improperly locked (locked to another bike, locked to a post, etc.)
Inoperable condition (broken chain, flat tire, etc.)
There is a $10 release fee for all impounded bikes. At this time, Parking Services only has possession of bikes impounded since May 2026. Anything impounded prior has been relinquished to the MSU Bike Shop, the MSU Surplus Store, or disposed of.
If registered with Bike Index: An email will be received if the bike is impounded (at the email address used during registration). You can also log into your Bike Index profile to see if your bike was flagged as impounded.
If not registered with Bike Index: you can still search the Bike Index impound list. If you do not find your bike listed, but still believe it was impounded, complete the form linked below.
If Parking Services does not have your bike on our impound list, it is likely the bike was stolen. It is highly recommended that a police report is filed in these situations. Questions about filing a report can be directed to the MSU Police Desk.
The MSU Police Desk is available 24/7 in person or by phone. They can be reached at 517-355-2221.