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
Traffic collision reports cost $10 and may be obtained online; mail or in-person requests should allow 10 business days. [visalia.city]
Parking
Parking is prohibited during posted street-sweeping days and times; residential drivers should remove vehicles on the designated monthly sweeping day. [visalia.city]
Impounds: finding & releasing your car
The registered owner must appear with a valid driver license and current registration to obtain a stored or 30-day impounded vehicle release at one of three police locations. [visalia.city]
Who to call
Visalia Police non-emergency is 559-734-8116. [visalia.city]
Fees
The FY2026-27 schedule lists $136 for a towed-vehicle release and $155 for a CVC 14602.6 impound release; a traffic accident report is $10. [visalia.city]
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.