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
Allow 3 to 10 business days before requesting an SDPD traffic collision report; mail or in-person copies cost $12 and the Records Division is open Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. [sandiego.gov]
Parking
A vehicle may not remain on a public street more than 72 hours without moving at least one-tenth of a mile; street-sweeping restrictions apply for the full time shown on posted signs. [sandiego.gov]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Search AutoReturn or call 619-527-4392 to locate a city-towed vehicle; SDPD Tow Administration handles questions and post-storage hearings at 858-495-7830. The city uses contracted tow companies rather than one published lot. [sandiego.gov]
Who to call
SDPD non-emergency is 619-531-2000 or 858-484-3154 and operates 24 hours; the linked city page does not publish a California Highway Patrol number. [sandiego.gov]
Fees
The April 2024 tow manual lists standard-duty storage at $45 per day and the tow and impound cost-recovery fee at $63; a standard-duty drop fee is $12. [sandiego.gov]
Private-property towing
A tow-away sign must be at least 17 by 22 inches and most vehicles may not be towed during the first hour; the tower must notify San Diego Police within 30 minutes after removal or 15 minutes after reaching storage. [sandiego.gov]
This guide summarizes official sources linked above. Rules change - always confirm with the linked agency. This is general information, not legal advice.