Reporting an accident
File an SR-1 with DMV within 10 days if anyone is injured or killed or property damage exceeds $1000; it is required in addition to any police CHP or insurance report. [dmv.ca.gov]
Accident Report Copy
Bakersfield traffic accident reports can be searched and purchased through the report service linked by the city. [bakersfieldcity.us]
Parking
Residential streets are swept once each month on routes organized by week 1 through 4 and Monday through Friday; the city map layer identifies the scheduled week and day. [gis.bakersfieldcity.us]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Bakersfield Police maintains a 24-hour number for impound information and releases occur during regular non-emergency business hours; the policy does not print the number or storage-lot address. [docs.bakersfieldcity.us]
Who to call
Bakersfield Police may be reached at 661-327-7111; the linked city document does not publish a California Highway Patrol number. [docs.bakersfieldcity.us]
Private-property towing
California private-property towing generally requires a sign at least 17 by 22 inches at every entrance and written authorization from the owner or lessee; local traffic law enforcement must be notified within one hour after authorization. [leginfo.legislature.ca.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.