(8) Metro Government lien on vehicles impounded. In addition to any remedy provided by §§ 32.275 et seq. Metro Government shall possess a lien on a motor vehicle and/or trailer impounded, pursuant to KRS 82.625 for all fines, penalties, and towing, handling, and storage charges and fees imposed thereupon. Such lien shall be superior to and have priority over all other liens thereupon.
(9) No effect on security interest in vehicle. Nothing in these provisions shall otherwise affect the rights or obligations between the owner of the motor vehicle and/or trailer and those persons who claim a security interest therein.
(10) Release of impounded vehicle upon payment of fees. In addition to the release requirements imposed under this chapter, any motor vehicle and/or trailer impounded pursuant to § 156.052 may be released to the appropriate owner or other person entitled to possession of the vehicle and/or trailer upon payment of any fines, accumulated costs, and abatement costs imposed under this chapter and of all towing and impoundment fees incurred up to the date of the release request.
(K) Defacement of property. No person shall willfully or wantonly damage, mutilate or deface any exterior surface of any structure or building on any private or public property by placing thereon any marking, carving or graffiti. It shall be the responsibility of the owner to restore said surface to an approved state of maintenance and repair.