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
Request a traffic collision report from the SBPD Records Bureau after waiting 10 days; copies cost $0.25 per page and some requests take 3 to 4 weeks. [sanbernardino.gov]
Parking
Recreational vehicles may remain on a street for no more than 48 continuous hours; afterward the vehicle must move at least 500 feet and remain away for at least 48 hours. [sanbernardino.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Obtain a vehicle release at SBPD at 710 North D Street Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday releases begin by calling 909-998-3240 option 2. SBPD then directs the owner to the assigned rotation tow yard. [sanbernardino.gov]
Who to call
San Bernardino Police non-emergency is 909-383-5311 and operates 24 hours; the linked city page does not publish a California Highway Patrol number. [sanbernardino.gov]
Fees
The mandatory city vehicle-release fee is $349; recovered stolen vehicles have no city release fee. Separate tow-company towing and storage charges still apply. [sanbernardino.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.