(4) Additional requirements for release of a motor vehicle. Before the release of a motor vehicle and/or trailer pursuant to § 156.052(I)(2) or (3) the owner or other person entitled to possession, must establish proof of ownership or right to possession and the meeting of all other provisions of the Vehicle Impoundment Division of the Louisville Metro Government. Metro Government may require reasonable security, bond, or other assurances of indemnification from a person who is not the registered owner of the vehicle and/or trailer prior to releasing the vehicle to such person.
(5) Appeal from Hearing Board to District Court.
(a) An appeal from the Code Enforcement Board's determination may be made to the Civil Division of Jefferson District Court within 30 days of the Board's determination. The appeal shall be initiated by the filing of a complaint and a copy of the Board's order in the same manner as any civil action. The action shall be tried de novo and the burden shall be on Metro Government to establish that a violation was committed. If the Court finds that a violation was committed, the owner shall be ordered to pay all fees and fines accruing as of the date of judgment. If the Court finds that a violation was not committed, Metro Government shall be ordered to release the motor vehicle and/or trailer, if applicable, and to return a posted bond or all fines, costs, and fees paid as a result of the impoundment.
(b) The judgment of the Jefferson District Court may be appealed to the Jefferson Circuit Court, in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure.