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
SFPD traffic collision reports are free through the online portal or at Records Management at 1245 Third Street; allow at least five business days after the collision. In-person hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the phone is 415-575-7232. [sanfranciscopolice.org]
Parking
A regular passenger vehicle may stay in one spot for up to 72 hours unless a permit zone street-sweeping rule meter or posted limit applies; always check signs and curb markings. Parking is allowed after the sweeping truck has passed even before the posted sweeping window ends. [sfmta.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
City and County of San Francisco Impound is at 450 7th Street and its phone is 415-865-8200; vehicles towed for parking violations non-injury collisions or stolen-vehicle recovery can be retrieved immediately after any required SFPD release. [sanfranciscopolice.org]
Who to call
SFPD non-emergency service is 415-553-0123. [sanfranciscopolice.org]
Fees
The posted passenger-vehicle fees are $286 for the tow; $347 administrative or $293 for a first tow; $62 for the first storage day after a four-hour grace period; $74 for later days; and $51 for a dolly. [sanfranciscopolice.org]
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.