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 at least 45 days before requesting an LAPD traffic collision report online; mail requests cost $19.00 and are required for reports involving an arrest fatality or juvenile. [lapdonline.org]
Parking
Parking during posted street-cleaning restrictions carries a $73 penalty; stopping in a red zone carries a $93 penalty. [codelibrary.amlegal.com]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
Valley Traffic Division lists Ross Baker Tow at 818-886-7411 and Black and White Tow at 818-896-9511 for impounded or recovered vehicles; its front desk is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. [lapdonline.org]
Who to call
LAPD non-emergency service is 877-275-5273; the Valley Traffic Division front desk is 818-644-8000. [lapdonline.org]
Fees
Effective January 1 2026 a standard-vehicle tow for the first hour costs $220.00 by credit card or $215.00 otherwise; daily standard-vehicle storage is $68.00 by credit card or $66.00 otherwise. [lapdpolicecom.lacity.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.