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
An involved or injured party or qualifying representative may obtain a traffic accident report by calling Records at 209-831-6560 or visiting 1000 Civic Center Drive weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. [tracypd.com]
Parking
Street sweeping occurs the day after the non-recycle-week pickup; residents should park off street on the scheduled day. The city provides a 2026 map and calendar. [cityoftracy.org]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
For a police impound the registered owner must visit Tracy Police Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; bring a valid driver license and the release fee. Call 209-831-6550 if the vehicle location is unknown. [tracypd.com]
Who to call
Tracy Police non-emergency is 209-831-6550; the department is at 1000 Civic Center Drive and operates 24 hours a day. [cityoftracy.org]
Fees
The FY26-27 city vehicle-release fee is $167 per vehicle; the repossession-release fee is $15. [cityoftracy.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.