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
Oakland traffic collision reports may be purchased online or requested in person or by mail; the OPD Records Section is at 455 7th Street Room 306 and the public-records number is 510-238-7143. [oaklandca.gov]
Parking
Street-sweeping signs prohibit parking for the entire posted time even after the sweeper passes; the no-parking-certain-hours citation is $72. [oaklandca.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Call OPD Records at 510-238-3021 to confirm a tow; the line is answered 24 hours and release service at 455 7th Street Room 306 is open weekdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weekends or holidays 8 a.m. to noon. [oaklandca.gov]
Who to call
Oakland Police non-emergency is 510-777-3333 and is answered 24 hours; the linked city page does not publish a California Highway Patrol number. [oaklandca.gov]
Fees
The Oakland Police tow guide lists a $166 administrative release fee and a $280 STOP fee; vehicle access is $15. [oaklandca.gov]
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.